U receives grant from Office on Violence Against Women
The grant will facilitate partnership with Utah Domestic Violence Coalition and other community entities to address service coordination and prevention.
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New and improved resources in HRE
New leadership is putting procedures in place to keep residents safe and make sure their concerns are heard.
Read MoreHumans of the U: Alan Abbinanti
“Growing up, I was taught that if I can help someone, it is my responsibility to do so. I learned that example from my father, who is my hero. His hard work and positive attitude have been a guiding light throughout my life.”
Read MoreCybersecurity isn’t a one-and-done
Think about all the devices you own that connect to the internet, either automatically or when prompted. You can see how we’re connected now more than ever—and thus more vulnerable to cyberthreats.
Read MoreHumans of the U: Allison Frost
“I am amazed by the resilience of our students. The reality is I’m just helping make the connections—the students are doing all the hard work.”
Read MoreMaintaining a safe and healthy community
Categories: Campus Life, Community, Faculty/Staff, Health & Medicine, Home Page, Policies & Regulations, Safety, Students
Sexual assault, drug and alcohol abuse and mental health are important topics on college campuses across the nation. The U provides students with several online trainings that address these topics and more.
Read MoreInformation security policies protect your privacy
Understanding the unique vulnerabilities at an institution such as the U, and the guidelines that directly impact you, can help support a culture of cybersecurity.
Read MoreHumans of the U: Fred Monette
“When I was 16 years old, I was doing a roofing project at my grandma’s. She put a chair down in the middle of her yard and said, ‘I’m just going to sit here and make sure you don’t fall.’ But I’m the only one that can make sure I don’t fall off that roof. She couldn’t do it for me. Safety really starts and ends with the people doing the work.”
Read MoreRecognizing unsafe relationships
This week as both SafeU Month and Domestic Violence Awareness Month come to their conclusion, red flags bearing relationship violence warning signs will be posted outside the Student Union, alongside green flags that display healthy relationship traits thanks to the Red Flag Project.
Read MoreHalloween eye safety
You might see a lot of scary sights on Halloween—most of them fun and harmless. But one freaky sight you want to avoid is an eye infection caused by illegal colored contact lenses—also called “fashion” or “costume” lenses.
Read MoreAre you prepared for a cyberattack?
Don’t fall for phishing campaigns and other cyberattacks. Make sure you understand current tactics that cybercriminals use to steal your data and infect your devices.
Read MoreBe prepared
This fourth week of SafeU Month is focused on physical and environmental safety. The division of Emergency Management in the Department of Public Safety offers a variety of trainings and resources that help staff, students and faculty feel prepared should an emergency occur on campus.
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