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Most crime is committed as a result of opportunity, so the best prevention is to eliminate opportunities
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Keep your residence doors, including dorm rooms, locked at all times
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Limit or restrict access to your living area.
Lock up wallets, purses, jewelry, cameras, and other valuables.
Report suspicious persons or activities when you see them
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Report safety hazards, unsafe lighting, and defective equipment
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Avoid walking alone at night. Let people know where you are going
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Plan you walk by choosing a safe, well lighted, and populated
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Be aware of your surroundings. Know where you are and where you are going. Know what to expect
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Get to know your roommates and neighbors. Encourage checking on each other often
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