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Campus Emergency Information | Violence and Assault
*Note: All campus phones require '8' to dial out.
Emergency Phone Numbers
Emergency: 911
UConn Police: (860) 570 - 5173
Campus Director's Office: (860) 570 - 9208
Facilities: (860) 570 - 9004
Emergency Maintenance: (860) 486 - 3113

 

Violence and Assault
In the event of violence or assault:
Call 911 or from campus phones 8-911 and give pertinent details of the situation.
Call UConn Police at 570-5173 or from campus phones 8-570-5173.
DO NOT attempt to confront an assailant.
Remain with victim, if possible, or until the Police or EMTs arrive.
Remain with victim, if possible, or until the Police or EMTs arrive.

For threats of violence or terror:
Remain calm.
Call 911 or from campus phones 8-911.
Call UConn Police at 570-5173 or from campus phones 8-570-5173.
Faculty members teaching classes should remain with students. Stay inside rooms until further notice.
Be prepared for emergency evacuation.
Once police arrive, follow their directions.
If shots are heard, everyone should get down on the floor.
Police will notify faculty and staff when the situation is resolved and the area is safe.

Water Leakage:
Identify leak and contact the Facilities Operations at 570-9004 between the hours of 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. or the UConn Police at 570-5173 after 4 p.m.

Weather or Acts of Nature:
Tornado/high wind taking place during work/school day: move to a place with no windows, preferably a small-sized room such as a bathroom. Sit with your back pressed against a strong wall. Protect head and face by covering them with your arms.

Weapons
Possession of a weapon:
Call UConn Police at 570-5173 or from campus phones 8-570-5173 if it is rumored that someone is in possession of a weapon.
The UConn Police will conduct a follow-up investigation.

Incidents involving a weapon:
Call 911 or from campus phones 8-911 DO NOT confront the person with the weapon.
Call UConn Police at 570-5173 or from campus phones 8-570-5173 and await further instructions from them.
The UConn Police will conduct a follow-up investigation.