If you must walk the campus after dark, you do not need to do so alone. Ask someone to join you. Walk in pairs or groups for safety. If you feel threatened, call campus security personnel at extension 2222 from any campus phone or 417-448-1448 to have them escort you to your on-campus destination. If you are threatened on campus, use the emergency poles with the blue light on top; hit the button for local police response. This will also light the flashing blue light to attract attention. This may help deter a would-be attacker.
If you are ever sexually assaulted, report the incident immediately to the police by calling 911 from a campus phone or a cell phone. Contact a counselor from the Student Wellness Center at extension 2157 from any campus phone or the hall director on duty for assistance in contacting the on-call mental health provider, a peer listener, an R.A., or someone you trust. Report the crime to the campus safety manager or on-duty security staff at ext. 2292 from any campus phone or call 417-448-1448.