See Something, Say Something!

An announcement in today's college student news...

"See Something, Say Something

In order to maintain a safe and secure environment for the students, faculty and staff of Mills College, the Department of Public Safety needs your help! Our "See Something, Say Something" campaign enlists students, staff, faculty and the Mills community to report any suspicious behavior.

We can all help prevent crime by being aware of our surroundings and the behaviors of others. If you see something, say something. If you are on campus, alert a campus safety staff member or college official. If you are off campus, alert the local police department.

Report anyone behaving suspiciously:

* Someone shouting "HELP" or "FIRE";

* Someone unfamiliar to you loitering on campus grounds or near pedestrian entrances to campus and that person doesn't appear to have any legitimate purpose for being there;

* Anyone forcibly breaking into and entering a car.

* Anyone carrying a weapon.

* Someone behaving in a way that makes you uneasy or nervous.



Follow these steps when contacting security, law enforcement and medical service providers:

* Remain calm.

* Dial 911 from any home, business, or pay phone. From a Cell Phone dial the Oakland Police Department ( OPD) at (510) 777-3211. The Oakland Police Department Non-Emergency Number is (510) 777-3333.

* Notify Public Safety or your 911 call. (510-430-5555)

* Identify yourself (name, address, and phone number) and give your location.

* Describe what is happening or what you saw happen.

* If there is a suspect or vehicle involved, provide the police dispatcher with a detailed description and the direction the suspect/vehicle is travelling in."