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Like most students at universities in South Dakota, students at USD feel safe on campus. On campus, students will find blue-lights in the parking lot behind the North Complex dorms and in the DakotaDome lot. Safety concerns have also made key/ID access mandatory to enter the dorms. Public Safety does indoor runs of buildings at night before locking up, and students in the residential halls are reminded to keep their doors locked at all times. There is also a 24-hour escort service for all students, but it is rarely used because of the lack of concern. It should be noted, however, that some areas on the grounds are poorly lit, especially between the student center and the Julian dorms and by the fine arts building.

Off campus, the Vermillion Police patrol both the community and around the University. Because of this, most students say they feel safe walking both on and off campus. However, the lack of taxis or escorts off campus results in some safety concerns, and students, especially females, are encouraged never to walk alone. Just like any small-town community, students are reminded they will usually feel safe, but precaution is always smart. However, rarely does an incident stir the University’s attention, and when it does, both Public Safety and the Vermillion Police work together to make sure future needs are met.

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Health & Safety at University of South Dakota

Sahatfield

Criminal Justice and Corrections '14

4.2

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Safety Importance on a Beautiful Campus

As a student of the University of South Dakota, it can be easily stated that the campus takes pride in the standards of safety taken. When walking on campus, even in the dark, there is a sense of safety everywhere due to the security cameras and patrolling officers. With such a beautiful campus, safety should be a top priority!

Apr 09, 2012

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Health & Safety at University of South Dakota

JSmi

Health Care '15

4.6

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USD Campus Safety

I feel very safe on the University of South Dakota's campus. Measures have been taken to ensure that the students have a safe environment. Everything is well lit and near a main road so that all of campus can be seen at some point.

Jan 04, 2012

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tfstu

Commercial and Advertising Art '14

4.6

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Safety and Security on Campus

During my time spent at USD I have never felt threatened on campus. The town is small and the people are amazing. Also, I am constantly seeing the campus police vehicles driving around not only the campus, but highly populated student living areas, at all hours of the day.

Dec 08, 2011

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