What safety measures are taken in the residence halls?
We take great strides to maintain a secure environment at MSU. Some of our efforts include: distribution of a brochure to each student which clearly states our security policy and offers suggestions to students on how to protect themselves and their belongings; and the development of training and informational programs for all residence hall students to utilize in improving their security awareness. Continued training with residence hall personnel on safety and security issues, and a close working relationship with University Police help to protect our residents. The Office of Residence Life is concerned about your safety and security. While the University is a relatively safe place, crimes do occur on campus. To ensure everyones security, students must take responsibility for keeping a safe environment. No guns or weapons are allowed in the residence hall living areas. All guns and bows must be checked in at a hall desk, where they will be locked in a storage area. No ammunition is al
The A&M –Commerce University Police Department regularly patrols the entire campus, including residence hall areas. A night security attendant comes on duty at 10:00 pm and remains on duty depending on the hall until 2:00 am or until 6:00am the following day. Night security attendants go on rounds approximately every hour to ensure that there are no disturbances. Sorority & Honors Houses’ doors are locked 24 hours a day and residents are provided a front door key. There are fire, theft, weather and other procedures in place for the safety of the residents. These procedures are explained to the residence and are included in the Residence Life Handbook.
Since residence halls are public buildings that serve as private residences for a large number of students, security is an important concern. All exterior doors remain locked at all times. Electronic access is provided for residents of each building. Residents are encouraged to always carry their CatCard and room key with them, and to always lock their doors when they leave their rooms. Residents are also instructed to take responsibility for safety and security of their community by assisting with keeping doors locked at all times.
