Personal Safety Tips
- Stay alert, be aware of your surroundings
- Stand tall, walk purposefully. Trust your instincts. If you feel uncomfortable in a place or situation, leave.
- Travel in groups, especially during city-wide celebrations such as Mardi Gras and Jazz Fest
- Plan your travel route before you leave for your destination
- Always keep at least one hand free
- Carry as little cash as possible and be careful when in checkout lines and ATMs
- Keep "emergency" money for cab fare, bus fare, or a telephone call
- If you suspect you're being followed by someone on foot, cross the street and head for the nearest well lighted, populated area. Walk quickly or run to a house or store and call the police
- If you are being followed by someone in a car, change direction immediately. Try to get the cars license number and description.
- Never hitchhike or accept a ride from a stranger
- Save emergency numbers in your cellular phone. The numbers for XUPD (504) 520-7490, NOPD (504) 821-2222, and 911 should be programmed on speed dial in your telephone
ؾSafe App
For iOS and Android
Put campus security and safety in your pocket with the new ؾ Safe app. A collection of features and tools to help you stay safe during your day to day at ؾ, and it’s FREE!
FEATURES
- Instantly Receive Important / Emergency Notification
- Virtual Walk-Home, Mobile Blue-Light and Friend-Walk
- Emergency Plan Available
- Mobile Blue Light Silent Alarm
- Campus Map / Searchable Interactive Map
- Chat with a Dispatcher in Real-Time for Assistance
- Report Crime / Power Outages Instantly
- GPS Location / Share your location with Friends & Family
- Campus Safety Status
- Geofencing Ideal for Organizational Services
To download the app on IOS devices Click
We aim need to reach people where they are, in addition to alerts via social media, we will send emails with general updates related to weather and other events. You can also send us emails regarding safety at xupd@xula.edu or call us at 504-520-xxxx.