Message from Public Safety

We want to welcome you to Point Loma Nazarene University. It is our prayer that your time here is one of academic and spiritual growth and preparation. Most of all, we want this time to be free from fear and safety concerns. The mission of the department of Public Safety is to enhance the environment of Point Loma Nazarene University by providing a safe and secure campus. This is accomplished by the participation of not only the Public Safety staff, but by all members of the university community. The department operates seven days a week, 24 hours a day.

 

Crime Prevention

The Point Loma area of San Diego has been historically lower in incidents of crime than other areas of the city, but it does not mean that Point Loma is immune to crime. Statistics regarding crime in the area around the main campus are available at www.pointloma.edu/publicsafety. These stats are updated each October.

 

If you are new to San Diego, there is much you can do to keep yourself safe while enjoying the university, community and city. Public Safety’s Web site includes information about issues such as night-time activities, the safety of areas surrounding the university, the cliffs near the ocean, reporting crime, jogging, protecting yourself from assault, etc. Be proactive and report suspicious activity. You are encouraged to visit the Public Safety Web site for additional safety information.

 

Residence Hall Safety

As a new student at the university, you need to become familiar with your surroundings, especially the entrance and exits to your residence hall. Each residence hall conducts a fire safety drill at least once a semester.

 

University Emergency Preparedness

Because our first goal is the safety and welfare of students, PLNU has established a thorough emergency plan and trained administrators, faculty and staff for emergency response. If there were ever an occurrence such as an earthquake or fire on the main campus or an emergency situation in the area, you and your family would have access to the latest information. PLNU’s emergency news line, (619) 849-2626, gives current information as soon as it becomes available.

 

More information about the university’s emergency preparedness plan is available at www.pointloma.edu/emergency.