Do students feel safe at Union?
Yes. Campus Safety is on duty 24/7 and is constantly patrolling the campus on foot, bike and in vehicles. Emergency poles are stationed throughout campus to alert Campus Safety of any problems immediately. There is also video surveillance. The Union Trolley runs a circuit around campus providing a safe means of travel and escorts are available to students.
Yes. Campus Safety is on duty 24/7, patrolling the campus on foot, bike and in vehicles. Union also has a blue light system to alert Campus Safety of any emergencies immediately. Key pad locks on the outside doors of residence halls and Minerva Houses mean that those buildings are accessible to only students. The Union Trolley runs a circuit around campus, providing a safe means of travel, and walking escorts are available. Recent safety enhancements include the installation of seven new security cameras, improved campus lighting and a public address system in 22 campus buildings. Union’s emergency notification system consists of alerts via text messaging, voice mail, email and siren. In addition, working in partnership with the city of Schenectady, elected officials and the police department, the College installed thee additional security cameras on the periphery of campus in fall 2008. These are monitored by the Schenectady Police. For more details, visit Union’s safety Web site.
