Safety Information
Georgetown University has established a series of preparedness resources for students, faculty, and staff in order to minimize the effects of emergency situations. Below you will find resources, services and links related to personal, campus, neighborhood and online safety, as well as, individual emergency guides for students, faculty and staff.
- Personal Safety: As a member of the Georgetown University community, you can help keep our campus safe by observing your surroundings, asking about suspicious or questionable behavior, and calling for help when safety is an issue. Being alert to what's going on around us creates a culture that promotes and enhances security and safety and the openness and accessibility of our campus.
- Campus Safety: Emergencies can occur at any time, often without warning. Preparation is the responsibility of every member of our community. Every member of the University community needs to help promote campus safety. Individuals should prepare with supplies, a plan to stay in touch, and information about what to do in an emergency, and what's happening during a disaster.
- Neighborhood Safety: As a major research university located in the nation's capital, Georgetown University is proud of the advantages our location provides for teaching, research and learning. Although the neighborhoods surrounding the University are some of the safest in the District, students, faculty and staff should still be vigilant about their personal safety as well as the safety of their homes.
- Online Safety: The Internet is an important tool for learning, research, and communications. It's a way to meet new people and keep in touch with existing friends, but there are risks and dangers. Keeping yourself, your computer and your identity protected is essential if you want to enjoy a safe Internet experience. Discover more about viruses, spyware or any other Internet dangers and ways to keep yourself safe online, secure your computer and protect your identity.
Emergency Guides
These guides can help you prepare how to respond to emergency situations appropriately. Your judgment often determines whether an incident is an emergency. If in doubt, err on the side of safety.
Safety and Security at Georgetown
The safety and security of all members of the University community are preconditions of the learning, dialogue and personal growth at Georgetown. We work comprehensively to promote public safety on our campuses, in all University facilities, at our events, and in international exchange programs. Learn more about the safety and security efforts at Georgetown.
Questions or suggestions regarding the procedures and response on campus should be directed to the Office of University Safety.
