Personal Safety Best Practices

• Remain alert and aware of your surroundings at all times, both on and off campus.
• Avoid distractions such as excessive phone use when walking, especially at night.
• Trust your instincts—if a situation or individual feels unsafe, remove yourself and seek help.
• Plan routes in advance and favor well-lit, populated areas.

• Carry keys in your hand when approaching vehicles or residence halls.
• Lock your vehicle and keep personal belongings secure and out of sight.
• Avoid displaying expensive items such as electronics or jewelry in public.
• Do not share personal information, such as schedules or travel plans, publicly or on social media.

• Walk with others whenever possible, especially at night.
• Use the campus escort service when available.
• Park in well-lit, designated areas and lock your vehicle.
• Check the surrounding area and back seat before entering your car.

• Attend social events with trusted friends and leave together when possible.
• Monitor your food and beverages at all times.
• Know your limits and make responsible choices regarding alcohol consumption.
• Identify event staff, campus security, or trusted contacts in advance.

• Use strong, unique passwords and enable multi-factor authentication when available.
• Protect laptops, tablets, and phones with passwords, PINs, or biometric authentication.
• Keep operating systems, apps, and security software up to date.
• Be cautious when clicking links or downloading attachments from unknown senders.
• Avoid oversharing personal or location-based information on social media.
• Use secure networks; avoid public Wi‑Fi without a trusted VPN.
• Log out of shared or public computers.
• Report phishing, hacking attempts, identity theft, or online harassment promptly.

Learn more about KCTCS's Information Security Awareness policies.

• Save campus police, security, and emergency numbers in your phone.
• Sign up to receive SNAP emergency notifications.
• Know how and where to report incidents, even minor ones.
• Review the SNAP Emergency Action Plan materials.
• Participate in safety trainings or workshops offered by SCC.

• Report suspicious behavior or unsafe conditions promptly.
• Support a culture of safety, respect, and accountability.
• Seek help if you observe someone in distress.