The Federal Government has developed an advisory system that uses color codes to inform citizens about the risk of potential terrorist threat nationwide. Typically these codes apply to the nation as a whole and do not reflect specific threats against a city or a region. At Georgetown, we've synchronized many of our emergency preparedness strategies with this federal system. For that reason, the following policies apply based on the country's status:

What Does Code Yellow Mean for the University?

• Maintain restrictions on entering residence halls by non-residents.
• Require Facilities personnel to display their GOCards.
• Increase restrictions at some Medical Center facilities.

What Does Code Yellow Mean For You?

• No steps are necessary in addition to the individual preparations outlined above.

What Does Code Orange Mean for the University?

• The University will further restrict access to the perimeter of the Main Campus and buildings outside the Main Campus. During off hours, we will limit access to the campus through certain entrances.
• Commercial traffic will be subjected to special clearance protocols before being allowed to enter the campus. Other vehicles will be spot-checked as needed.

What Does Code Orange Mean for You?

• In addition to the individual preparations described above, be sure that you have ready access to your essentials.
• Continue to be vigilant for suspicious activity.
• Watch for media alerts and continuing information from the University.

What Does Code Red Mean for the University?

• Staff an Emergency Operations Center 24 hours a day during Code Red.
• The University will continue and intensify all Code Orange actions outlined above relating to campus access and vehicular traffic.
• To the extent possible, we will limit building access to a single point of entry.
• All students, faculty and staff will be asked to use their ID holders to display their University ID/GOCard.
• All visitors to campus facilities will be signed in and out and required to display a "visitors" ID.
• Building and Floor Marshals will conduct regular safety tours of the buildings.
• To keep you apprised of important information, the University will use this website, e-mail, voicemail, and our Marshals System.

What Does Code Red Mean for You?

• Display your University ID/GOCard at all times using a card holder.
• Keep ready access to your medicines and phone numbers.
• Understand that cancellations, disruptions, and delays in normal University operations will happen. Please plan activities and events accordingly.
• Remain vigilant, follow media reports closely, and be alert for communication from the University.

- Updated May 17, 2006