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Safety and Security

The Office of Public Safety ensures the safety of our campus community, oversees parking regulations and vehicle registration, and provides emergency information.
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Community & Public Services

Emergency Contacts & Information

Get up-to-date information in the event of an on-campus emergency.

If you are experiencing an emergency, Dial 911 to reach Police, Fire and Emergency Medical Services.
If you are on campus you may also call the Rose-Hulman Office of Public Safety: 812-877-8590

For non-urgent requests ONLY please use the following contact information:

Terre Haute Police: 812-238-1661
Terre Haute Fire or Medical: 812-234-8653
Indiana State Police: 1-800-742-0717
Vigo County Sheriff: 812-462-3224

For details about Public Safety services and procedures, campus community members should visit My Rose-Hulman.

Visit Public Safety on My Rose-Hulman Campus Community

Keeping Campus Safe

Students, faculty, staff and guests are all important keys in maintaining our safe campus community. Below you’ll find an overview of the tools and tips our office provides to help keep you safe.
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Environmental Health & Safety

The Office of Environmental Health and Safety promotes a safe and healthful environment for faculty, staff, students and visitors. 

Go to Environmental Health and Safety
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Accident & Injury Report

Students, visitors, or vendors injured on Rose-Hulman property should first contact Public Safety at 812-877-8590.  

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Parking & Vehicles

All community members who own, possess, operate, or have use of a motor vehicle on any property owned, leased, or used by Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology must register their vehicle with the Office of Public Safety. Registration is free.

Register Your Vehicle
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Emergency Call Boxes

You will find emergency telephones or emergency call boxes strategically placed for your use throughout the campus.

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Escort Service

We provide a personal escort service for all members and guests of our community.

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Campus Alerts

Our free campuswide alert system allows students, faculty and staff to receive the latest emergency information via text message and email. Parents wanting to receive these messages must have their student add the intended mobile number and/or email address to the student’s account.

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Staying Safe

We provide resources and support to help you keep our campus community safe.

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Crime Stats

This report was prepared by the Rose-Hulman Office of Public Safety in order to comply with the federally mandated Clery Act.

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Questions should be directed to Jake Campbell, senior director of Safety and Security. 
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