More than 500 emergency phones are scattered throughout the campus. Most exterior and garage phones have blue lights so they are easily visible.

About Safety

Why This Web Site?

It’s the Law Federal and Pennsylvania state laws mandate that you receive this information and dictate much of the information that is included.

Safety First This Web site goes beyond state and federal requirements, offering safety tips and other information to benefit everyone in the Pitt community. Some of this information may be disturbing to read, such as the section on sexual assault. Remember that knowledge is power. Open, frank discussions about crime lead to better prevention and enhanced safety.

Copies of the “For Safety’s Sake” brochure are available by writing to: University of Pittsburgh Campus Information, c/o Mike Rosol, Mailing Services, 400 Lexington Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15208.

2007 Update of Safety and Security on the Pitt Campus

New: Emergency Notification Service

The University of Pittsburgh is launching an emergency notification service to enable students, faculty, and staff to be immediately informed of emergency situations through text and voice messages.

A critical component is for each person to provide emergency contact information. Visit my.pitt.edu for further information.

Creating a safe campus is everyone’s responsibility.

The University of Pittsburgh is committed to providing you with a living and learning environment that will make your experience at Pitt as fulfilling and secure as possible. To accomplish this goal, several University departments have collaborated to enhance Pitt’s emergency preparedness, particularly with regard to training, equipment, and planning.

The following pages provide an overview of security facts and information that will be helpful to you. Everyone on campus should be safety conscious and follow security procedures. If you have any questions or need additional information, you may contact any of the departments mentioned in this Web site.

How You Can Learn about Campus Safety, Security, and Crime Prevention Programs on Campus

In accordance with PA Act 73 of 1988 and the federal Jeanne Clery Act, all students and employees receive this updated security information annually. All prospective students and applicants for employment are also provided with information on security policies and procedures and on how to obtain additional security data.

When students arrive on campus, they receive a handbook with sections on justice, health, and safety, and a booklet describing the University of Pittsburgh Student Code of Conduct and Judicial Procedures. The University of Pittsburgh also has numerous crime prevention workshops and seminars throughout the year on the Pitt campus. These are sponsored by the University of Pittsburgh Police Department, Office of Residence Life (for resident students), Student Government Board, Interfraternity Council and Panhellenic Association, Pitt Program Council, and other departments and organizations on campus.

For more information about safety, visit the University of Pittsburgh Police Department Web site.

UNIVERSITY EMERGENCY
PHONE NUMBERS

University of Pittsburgh Police EMERGENCIES 4-2121
or Noncampus Phone
412-624-2121
General Assistance 4-4040
or 412-624-4040

Sexual Assault Services
412-648-7930

Student Health Service
412-383-1800

University Counseling Center
412-648-7930

Assistant Dean of Students
412-648-7910

Environmental Health and Safety
412-624-9505

SafeRider
412-648-CALL (2255)

PITTSBURGH EMERGENCY
PHONE NUMBERS (OFF CAMPUS)

City of Pittsburgh Police,
Fire, Ambulance 911

Pittsburgh Action Against Rape
24-hour hotline 1-866-363-7273

Center for Victims of
Violence and Crime
24-hour hotline 412-392-8582