SUMMER ORIENTATION2010 University Police
Welcome to Summer Orientation 2010 University Police
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University Police SUNY Oswego is a unique COMMUNITY with many opportunities for both academic and social connections.
University Police Having a safe and respectful environment is a key factor to our success in community building.
University Police As our newest citizens, you are a vital part of keeping our community a safe and good place to be. You have made a great choice in becoming a Laker.
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University Police officers work hard 24/7 tomake our campus safer.
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In addition to police efforts…we need our students to do their part to make this a safer campus and to make good choices for their own safety.
University Police Campus safety is everyone’s responsibility and everyone can help maintain a safer environment.
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Safety and security are a two fold responsibility………..
University Police University Police’s responsibility is to protect, serve and educate our community about campus life issues.
University Police The student’s responsibility is to learn about these topics and play an active role in your own and other’s safety.
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First let’s discuss the students role in safety, which is to:
University Police Learn about safety issues.
University Police Be responsible for your personal safety and your own property.
University Police Make wise choices about your personal safety.
University Police Follow the rules about safety and security.
University Police If you see something unusual report it to us immediately at or 911.
University Police If you see something, say something! Call UPD at
University Police As key members of the campus community, you are asked to report crimes, suspicious persons or hazardous situations to University Police immediately at
University Police Law Enforcement Parking Security Order Maintenance Emergency Planning and Response
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Emergency Planning and Response at SUNY Oswego is coordinated through the UPD.
University Police The Emergency Response Plan is comprehensive and includes procedures for all contingencies.
University Police UPD partners with other surrounding agencies such as the NYSP, OCSO and OPD in the instance of large scale events we help each other as needed.
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Agency consists of 560 police officers statewide serving at 28 SUNY colleges.
University Police Our agency is called NYSUP – New York State University Police.
University Police At SUNY Oswego we have 20 sworn police officers who are fully trained and authorized to make arrests of all kinds.
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Law Enforcement Division 24/7/365 Located in Pathfinder Hall
University Police x 5555 if using an on campus phone
University Police Please program our number into the speed dial on your cell so you can connect to us more rapidly in an emergency!
University Police 911 is on the SUNY Oswego Campus
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We are the primary law enforcement agency on SUNY property.
We respond to all emergency and law enforcement incidents.
University Police The UPD has police jurisdiction over any property owned or controlled by SUNY Oswego, police officers have statewide jurisdiction in NY.
University Police Officers perform mobile, foot, and/or bicycle patrols throughout the campus 24hrs a day
University Police Law Enforcement Division NYSUP officers are sworn police officers.
University Police All officers have completed police training at certified police academies within the state.
University Police All officers have a college degree. All officers undergo continuous training on a variety of police topics
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Other services available through UPD - Free Bike Registration Operation ID Lost and found property Vehicle jumpstarts and lockouts Blue light emergency contact system Educational Programming RAD Personal Safety Defense System NY Alerts RAVE Guardian System
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NY Alert NY Alert will notify you if we have an emergency or class cancellation on campus 24/7.
Rave Guardian RAVE Guardian is your way to alert UPD if you have an emergency or need police services fast.
NY Alert and Rave Guardian Both systems are free of charge, take only a few minutes to register for and help make you safer! Go to MyOswego page to register for both systems today!
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Hints and Tips…to be a safe Laker!
University Police For your personal safety don’t invite people you’ve just met back to your room or go to their rooms or apt.
University Police Don’t get in cars with people you don’t know and don’t drive with someone you think may have been drinking/drugging.
University Police Don’t share info on-line as to who you are or where you live.
University Police Don’t post compromising photos on-line.
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Do not give PIN numbers, access code numbers, or passwords to ANYONE!
University Police Keep residence hall room doors secure at all times Don’t leave residence hall exterior doors insecure – don’t prop doors.
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Hints and Tips… Keep your car doors locked and don’t leave valuable items visible from the outside
University Police Hints and Tips… Subscribe to NY Alert and RAVE Guardian
University Police Hints and Tips… Know how to protect against identity theft
University Police Hints and Tips… Use the internet wisely don’t post information on Facebook or MySpace that might compromise your safety.
University Police Hints and Tips… Mark all textbooks for identification
University Police Hints and Tips… If you are underage don’t drink If you are of legal age to consume, drink moderately
University Police Hints and Tips…. Don’t take illegal drugs don’t use others prescription meds.
University Police Hints and Tips…. Every individual is responsible for their own actions, think before you act and make wise choices about your safety and the safety of those around you.
University Police The Parking Office is at Route 104 and New Street in the Chase Bank building
University Police Parking Division Open M-F 7:30am to 4:20pm (7:30am to 4:00pm in the summer)
University Police Parking Division Your guests (and you) can get a temporary visitor permit at UPD after hours/weekends when the parking office is closed.
University Police Parking Division All vehicles parking in campus lots must display a valid affixed SUNY parking permit
University Police Parking Division If you have parking questions call us or us…we will get you the correct answers.
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We’re going GREEN at SUNY Oswego.
University Police In light of our commitment to reducing our carbon footprint we are actively working to reduce the number of unnecessary vehicles on campus.
University Police If you have a son or daughter that does not really need to have a car on campus we are recommending you leave the car at home.
University Police Oswego has free shuttles, low cost bus service to the City and points west and south and …. ZIP cars!
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On-line parking services at Then click on the parking pages we will mail your permit to you…..(must have oswego.edu log in)
University Police On-line parking services include: Register your car (starting July 1 st 2010) Appeal tickets Pay fines Parking regulations, Maps and FAQ’s
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Parking fees/fines Annual registration fee of $10.00 F/time permit (semester) $50.00 P/time permit (semester) $25.00 Plus 8.00% state tax Fines $20.00 Handicapped Violations $75.00
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Thanks for coming today and enjoy the rest of your orientation at SUNY Oswego. Remember UPD is here to help