Public Safety

March is Emergency Preparedness MonthHere are a few tips you can use.1. Know the Campus Emergency Procedures:Familiarize yourself with emergency protocols for natural disasters, lockdowns, fires, and medical emergencies. Talk to your CA’s and CD’s or Public Safety for this information.Review the university’s emergency action plan and evacuation routes.Identify designated shelter areas for severe weather events like tornadoes.Understand procedures for active threats, including lockdowns...

1. Winter Weather SafetyStay aware of icy conditions on sidewalks, parking lots and steps—wear slip-resistant shoes.Drive cautiously in wet or icy conditions, allowing extra stopping distance.Dress in layers to prevent hypothermia and frostbite if working outdoors.Use caution when using space heaters. 2. Fire Safety & Heating PrecautionsAvoid using space heaters near flammable materials and never leave them unattended.Test smoke and carbon monoxide detectors in homes and workplaces.Ensure...

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...