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Health & Safety

Quick Stats

Number of Public Safety Officers 18
Crimes on Campus
  • Aggravated Assault: 2
  • Arson: 1
  • Burglary: 14
  • Murder/Manslaughter: 0
  • Robbery: 0
  • Sex Offenses: 8
  • Vehicle Theft: 10
Safety Services
  • Campus Safety Officers DDS – Designated Driver Service
  • Nite Ride – for men
  • Safe Ride – for women
  • Self-defense classes are available through PARS Department
  • Yellow Jackets
Health Services
  • Dental Health Clinic
  • Health Insurance
  • Pharmacy
  • Sports Medicine/Physical Therapy
  • X-Ray
Day Care Services? Yes

Student Author OverviewWhat's This?

The University of Oregon works to provide a safe and comfortable atmosphere for its students at all times. Safety officers patrol the dormitories and campus day and night. The UO takes many precautions when it comes to its students’ safety—the Assault Prevention Shuttle (APS) service, for example, helps to alleviate fear of walking alone at night. Other programs like the Designated Driver Service (DDS) make students feel secure in knowing they have a ride home anywhere in town, without having to drink and drive.

Overall, students say that the UO campus is a safe place to be if you’re smart. It’s important not to walk alone at night, and a little bit of common sense can go a long way in terms of keeping you safe. While the UO has had difficulties in the past with crime, most students agree that campus is still a safe place to be. The University has had a few riots in the past, but fortunately no one was seriously injured. Due to increased violence by students and members of the community, however, there has been a need to increase safety and security. The University makes a good effort to provide the safest possible atmosphere on campus and prevent any further problems.

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Health & Safety at University of Oregon

markintero

Education '14

4.6
A

Safe Safe Safe

I've never felt unsafe on campus. But I don't go wandering out at night either.

May 03, 2012

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Health & Safety at University of Oregon

kelster34

Art History '12

2.7
C+

Personal Safety

I feel generally safe on campus except when it gets darker and it's raining. Visibility goes down with rain and I dont' fee as safe. The pathways could be better lit.

Apr 09, 2012

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Health & Safety at University of Oregon

EmilyWeisz

Communications '15

3.5
B

I Wish Campus Was More Safe

The crime alerts on campus are scary. In the immediate campus i feel safe but once you leave campus it is a little sketchy.

Mar 26, 2012

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User rating for University of Oregon - Health & Safety is 3.5 out of 5 based on 33 user reviews.

Student Survey Poll ResultsWhat's This?

What safety concerns do you have?

How safe do you feel on campus?

How visible are the campus police on campus?

How would you rate the quality and convenience of the student health center?

Facts

Security OfficeWhat's This?

Department of Public Safety
(541) 346-5444

Health CenterWhat's This?

University Health Center
(541) 346-4441
Monday–Friday 8 a.m.–6 p.m. Urgent Care: Saturday–Sunday 10 a.m.–2 p.m.

Did You Know?
  • The Department of Public Safety recently organized a Public Safety Advisory Group to serve as an active liaison between members of the community and DPS while keeping communication lines open.
  • In September 2002, nearly 1,000 students rioted in the West University area after drunken partygoers piled up mattresses and other furniture on a traffic circle and set it ablaze. By the end of the evening, 35 students were arrested and nearly $20,000 worth of damage had accumulated. The administration has since cracked down, enforcing a no-drinking policy for campus residents. Guards are now trained to watch out for students who are staggering and/or have possession of alcohol.

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Hometown
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Major
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