While walking at night
- Avoid walking or jogging alone at night. Instead go walking or jogging with a friend.
- If you can not find someone to walk with you………contact the University Police at (956) 882 4911 for an escort to your destination.
- Do not use headphones while walking, driving or jogging.
- Always walk in well-lighted areas.
- Avoid the use of short cuts.
- After dark, keep away from large bushes or doorways where someone could be lurking.
- If someone in a vehicle stops and asks for directions, answer from a distance. Do not approach the vehicle.
- If followed, go immediately to an area with lights and people. If needed, turn around and walk in the opposite direction.
- If someone in a car follows you and is persistent or becomes obscene, write down the license plate number and report it to the University Police as soon as possible.
- Do not display cash openly, especially when leaving an ATM.