Safety Tips

Staying safe starts with making good decisions.

Remember that a college campus is part of the real world. The tips below will help guide you to the good decisions that will enable you to enjoy your college experience safely:

• Keep emergency numbers and important contacts in your cell phone.
• Create an “MSMC Security” contact in your cell phone with telephone number 845-569-3200.
• Walk in well-lit areas at night, and if at all possible walk with a buddy.
• Do not leave books, bags, or laptops unattended in public places.
• Do not let strangers into your home or residence hall.
• Keep bedroom and suite doors and windows locked…even if you go out for just a short time.
• Always lock your car and remove valuables.
• Never prop open the exterior doors to residence halls.
• Don’t tamper with any building security devices. They are there for your safety.
• If you travel off campus, remember to never leave a friend alone. Go out as a group, and come home as a group.
• Report any suspicious person, activity, or obscene or harassing phone calls/texts to Campus Security & Safety.