Public Safety

Bobcat Nation! Welcome back and welcome to 2025!January is Winter Safety Month, and here are some tips from Georgia College & State University's Department of Public Safety to help you get through it.1. Stay informedMonitor weather forecasts and alerts from trusted sources.Sign up for local emergency notifications.2. Dress appropriatelyWear layers, including water-resistant outerwear, gloves, hats and insulated boots.Avoid prolonged exposure to extreme cold to prevent frostbite and...

Georgia College & State University will test the Outdoor Emergency Notification System (siren system) Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2025. This test is scheduled to occur the first Wednesday of every month between 10 a.m. and noon and will last approximately one minute. No action is required during the testing, and all campus operations should continue as normal. A message stating that this is a test will precede and follow the "alert" tone. In the case of an actual tornado warning, the message...

If you have students who need to gain access to facilities after hours for the spring 2025 semester, please forward a list of names along with the building and/or room number(s) to publicsafety@gcsu.edu so we can update our access log.Please note that access will not be granted to facilities after hours without prior approval.If you have any questions, please contact Public Safety.Thank you.

Georgia College & State University will test the Outdoor Emergency Notification System (siren system) Wednesday, Apr. 2, 2025. This test is scheduled to occur the first Wednesday of every month between 10 a.m. and noon and will last approximately one minute. No action is required during the testing, and all campus operations should continue as normal. A message stating that this is a test will precede and follow the "alert" tone. In the case of an actual tornado warning, the message...

Georgia College & State University will test the Outdoor Emergency Notification System (siren system) Wednesday, Mar. 5, 2025. This test is scheduled to occur the first Wednesday of every month between 10 a.m. and noon and will last approximately one minute. No action is required during the testing, and all campus operations should continue as normal. A message stating that this is a test will precede and follow the "alert" tone. In the case of an actual tornado warning, the message...

Georgia College & State University will test the Outdoor Emergency Notification System (siren system) Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2025. This test is scheduled to occur the first Wednesday of every month between 10 a.m. and noon and will last approximately one minute. No action is required during the testing, and all campus operations should continue as normal. A message stating that this is a test will precede and follow the "alert" tone. In the case of an actual tornado warning, the message...

Georgia College & State University will test the Outdoor Emergency Notification System (siren system) Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2024. This test is scheduled to occur the first Wednesday of every month between 10 a.m. and noon and will last approximately one minute. No action is required during the testing, and all campus operations should continue as normal. A message stating that this is a test will precede and follow the "alert" tone. In the case of an actual tornado warning, the message...

GCSU Department of Public Safety, along with our partners from the FBI, GBI, BCSO and MPD, will be conducting ALERTT Active Shooter training next week.The training will take place Monday, Jan. 6, through Thursday, Jan. 9, starting at 8 a.m. and running to 5 p.m. in the Arts and Science Building.  We will be confined to the first and second floor on the north end of the building in classrooms, and away from the office areas.Training areas will also be adequately marked and partitioned...

Georgia College & State University Department of Public Safety Monthly Safety Topic: December – Personal Safety and Theft PreventionAs the holiday season approaches, it’s important to keep your safety and belongings secure. Unfortunately, the season of joy can also attract those looking to dampen your holiday cheer. Here are some practical tips to help you stay safe and prevent theft:Secure your vehicle.Always lock your car doors and windows when unattended.Remove valuables and gifts...