On Campus
Never leave any of your personal items unattended anywhere on campus!
Did you know the most common offence against students is theft of unattended items? Although it is the most common, it is also the easiest offence to prevent.
University Campuses are very open sites to the public, and it is very easy for someone intent on crime to gain access to pretty much all but the most restricted areas.
Do not rely on the security of access codes or swipe card systems, as these will not work if someone has politely held the door open for the person behind (which could be a thief!), or if someone has wedged the door open. Office doors are frequently left unlocked and unattended – leaving access to personal items and office computers etc!
Unattended theft can occur anywhere, but the most common areas are, e.g. the library, where, you may leave your possessions at your desk to save the spot for a short period to go and find a book; at the edge of sports pitches/astro turfs whilst you are playing, or in the sports changing facilities where you may leave your personal items out in the changing room whilst you go for a shower.
Exam periods are also vulnerable as some campus locations ask students to leave their bags/rucksacks outside the examination room – do not run the gauntlet that it will still be there whilst you are sweating over your exam paper for 3 hours!
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