While Campus Safety & Security is available 24/7 to respond to emergencies, members of the UW Tacoma community should use the available resources to learn about potential hazards and how to prepare for them. Being well-informed is the first step to helping you remain calm and safe during an emergency.
Resources from the Emergency Preparedness Information Sessions held in March 2023:
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- Boston College of Emergency Management: Active Shooter Awareness Video
- FBI Training video: Run Hide Fight
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Always 9-1-1 in an emergency.
Non-emergencies: 253-692-4416
Emergency Evacuation
Familiarize yourself with Assembly Points for each area of campus, as well as the locations of First Aid Kits, Heart Defibrillators and Emergency Phones.
Are You Ready? Resource Guide
A comprehensive resource for students, faculty and staff for emergency scenarios, covering everything from natural disasters to workplace violence.
Suspended Operations
Learn what to do and how to find out when weather conditions or an emergency situation changes the university schedule.
