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Vanderbilt is very safe in that there isn’t a great deal of crime in spite of its urban location. However, many students feel that the community is more vulnerable to serious incidents than the often joked about string of indecent exposure offenses.

Truth be told, the main campus is very poorly lit. It would be a challenge for anyone to spot an emergency blue phone while standing at another one—they are too few and far between. This mixed with the general naiveté of the student body is troubling. With the establishment of the Commons on a more remote portion of campus, freshmen in particular are now more than ever prone to long walks alone at night. However, Vanderbilt and its police force are very well equipped to handle any problems—and the statistics back them up. But, it might make more sense and be beneficial if they’d spend more time patrolling the walkways and entrances of campus.

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vandylovin93

'15

English

4.2

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Health & Safety

There are definitely some parts of main campus that are less well-lit. However, I usually make a point to either take a Vandyvan back to my dorm or walk with friends, but I've never felt unsafe.

Dec 14, 2011

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aliang127

'15

Human Development

4.2

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Safety and Friendliness

Students, Faculty, and Police officers will not hesitate to approach you if something seems to be wrong. They are there to make sure we are safe...bottom line.

Apr 27, 2011

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thamilton33

'13

Speech Communication and Rhetoric

3.8

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On-Campus, Very Safe

The campus itself is extremely safe. The University takes many precautions for their students. Some areas surrounding can be a little sketchy late at night. It is, after all, an urban area. Have some common sense and there should be nothing to worry about.

Apr 18, 2011

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