UW students concerned about safety and don’t know where to turn

Students admit they are concerned about crime on the
University of Washington campus.

Yet, a survey indicates that more than one in eight students
doesn’t know there is a campus police department, according to KING 5.

Compounded by reports a recent robbery attempt on campus,
many students have been on alert.

UW student leader Michelle Nance says she is working to
improve safety. Strategies include creating maps of places
to avoid at night and highlighting the locations of blue-
lighted emergency phones.

“I think there are a lot of steps we can be taking, but at
the same time, I do want make sure that we’re following
through with the results of the survey,” said Nance.

Police have promised to inspect lighting, increase patrols,
and strengthen the relationship among police officers and
students.