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How to be Emory Ready in case of a campus emergency
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Keeping the Emory community safe and secure is the university’s top priority. When an incident occurs on or around Emory’s Atlanta or Oxford campuses, the Emory Police Department (EPD) sends an emergency alert, while immediately investigating potential threats. EPD then coordinates with the Office of Critical Preparedness and Response (CEPAR) to provide public safety messages that keep you informed.

Last month, EPD, CEPAR and local law enforcement agencies responded to a tragic shooting at Emory Point. The incident reinforces the need to be Emory Ready.

Here are five things you can do to be prepared for a campus emergency:

  1. Download the Emory Safe app. During an emergency, alerts will specify the incident and affected locations, in addition to sharing relevant instructions. Get the app and be sure to follow any instructions shared during an emergency.
  2. Make sure notifications are enabled on your phone. Operating system updates may reset your Emory Safe app, so check your settings regularly.
  3. Lock in the Emory Police number of 404-727-6111. Our campus police department is available 24/7 and trained to respond during emergencies. Calling 911 from campus may delay their response time. 
  4. See something? Say something. If you notice any suspicious or unusual activity, do not hesitate to call EPD (404-727-6111). 
  5. Attend an emergency preparedness training course. EPD and CEPAR have designed hybrid training sessions that explain how to stay safe during active threats, medical emergencies and severe weather events. In-person and online sessions are set for Wednesday, Sept. 17, at Woodruff Library; Wednesday, Sept. 24, at Oxford Student Center; and Wednesday, Oct. 1, at the School of Law. Visit this page to get details on each session and register. More training will be available throughout the year. 
Bonus tip: The CEPAR “Just in Time” guide includes quick tips for how to keep yourself and others safe in an emergency. Review it now and remember it’s part of the Emory Safe app if you find yourself in a crisis situation.

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