Campus Watch: Below is a summary of campus activity reported to or observed by the University Police Department patrol officers between Thursday, 05/27/10 and Friday, 05/28/10. *****ADMINISTRATIVE MESSAGE ****** Are you a Fan of the University of Texas Police Department? Come join us on Face Book at: http://www.facebook.com/#!/utaustinpolice *****ADMINISTRATIVE MESSAGE #2***** UT Faculty and Staff, please take note of the number of alarm activations that occurred yesterday. That number is entirely too high; especially in light of the fact there are very few students on campus. Please do everything you can in your area to reduce the numbers of alarm activations. If a door has a card reader, then do not use your key to open the door – use your card. Do not hold a door open while engaged in a conversation. Do not run to a door that is almost closed and pull the door open to avoid having to use your card to access the door. Make sure your doors are closed and locked after-hours. If you leave late, please make sure the door closes and locks behind you. If you do activate a false alarm, call the UTPD dispatcher to report the alarm activation. Your help will be greatly appreciated. MEZES HALL, #5 South Mall Theft: An unknown brand 10 speed road bike that had been painted red was stolen when it was secured with a cable lock to a chain that is part of the landscaping bollard and chain border. Loss value: $100.00. Occurred on 05/27/10 between 1:00 PM and 4:00 PM. O' HENRY HALL, 601 Colorado Public Intoxication / Failure to Identify: A UT student, who was under the age of 21, was found marking his perceived territory on the side of the building. The student originally identified himself as a person who was over the age of 21. In addition to determining the student's correct name and date of birth, the officer was also able to determine that the student was under the influence of an alcoholic beverage to the point he was deemed to be a danger to himself and other. Occurred on 05/28/10 at 2:15 AM. PARLIN HALL, #2 South Mall Criminal Trespass Warning: A non-UT subject was observed approaching exterior doors to several buildings before he was seen entering Parlin Hall. Upon being stopped in Parlin Hall the subject stated he was a student, but was not in possession of a student Identification card. The subject was found to have been untruthful about his university affiliation and was issued a written criminal trespass warning. Occurred on 05/27/10 at 9:34 PM. CAMPUS WIDE: Non-Criminal Calls: In addition to the above criminal cases, the University of Texas Police Department responded to 26 Alarm Calls, 1 Fire Alarm, 1 “Police Help†callbox activation, 1 light malfunction, 1 noise complaint and 6 Unsecured Door Reports between 05/27/10 and 05/28/10. To view a map of the campus visit: http://www.utexas.edu/parking/maps/index.html Emergency Text Message Service The University of Texas at Austin and its police department are responsible for notifying faculty, staff, and students of emergency situations (e.g., inclement weather, building evacuations, campus closures, etc.). The University employs a wide variety of tools to make sure everyone on campus is informed during an emergency event—including text messaging. In order to accomplish emergency text messaging more effectively, the University is collecting cell phone numbers from members of our campus community. Effective August 26, 2009, this database of cell phone numbers will be used for emergency text messages. Please complete the form at http://www.utexas.edu/cellphonealert so you will become an integral part of this important emergency notification system and help the university to achieve the highest standards of campus and community safety. Your cell phone number will not be used for. Campus Safety and Security at (512) 471-5767. RAD Program For Women, Now Available (Classes are FREE) Advanced RAD Classes Being Held for RAD Class Graduates The RAD program is a 16-hour course of realistic self-defense tactics and techniques for women that covers assault prevention and risk reduction while progressing on to basic hands-on defense training. http://www.utexas.edu/police/rad/ Defensive Driving: Learn Defensive Driving from a UTPD Police Officer. UTPD generally schedules a Defensive Driving Class approximately once a month – based on need. The classes meet in the University Police Building, Room 1.318, located at 2201 Robert Dedman Dr (east of Memorial Stadium). The cost for the course is $25.00 (check or cash) payable on class date. If paying in cash, please bring the exact amount because change may not be available. You will also need to bring your driver's license. For more information, to check for the next available class time or to register on-line go to: http://www.utexas.edu/police/services/defensive_driving.php Behavior Concerns Advice Line (BCAL) The Behavior Concerns Advice Line (BCAL) is a partnership among the Office of the Dean of Students, Counseling and Mental Health Center (CMHC), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and the University of Texas Police Department (UTPD). BCAL provides a central resource for UT faculty, students, and staff who may have concerns about the behavior or well-being of another member of the campus community. By calling BCAL at 512-232-5050, callers may talk with trained staff members who will assist the caller in exploring available options and strategies as well as referrals to appropriate campus support networks. For more information on BCAL, visit the BCAL Web site at www.utexas.edu/safety/bcal or call 512-232-5050. If you are a faculty or staff member that has been affected by a crime, the UT Employee Assistance Program (471-3366) is available for counseling and referrals to other appropriate services. http://www.utexas.edu/hr/eap/ Contact UT Police at 471-4441 if you have any information regarding any of the above incidents or call 911 regarding suspicious persons, suspicious activities or crime. Your call may help solve or prevent a crime. Campus Watch comments should be directed to Officer Darrell Halstead at 512-232-9634 or via e-mail to darrell.halstead@austin.utexas.edu Prepared by WRP TAG To subscribe or unsubscribe, visit http://www.utexas.edu/police/campuswatch/subscribe.php\
