Go Figure!
The City of Spokane is the host for the 2010 US Figure Skating Championships which starts today and will end on January 24th. There are over 270 competitors in the competition and many more visitors coming to Spokane to watch them. If you are planning on going down town or will be attending functions off campus and normally call for a cab ride for transportation, plan to have a longer wait period than normal. Plan ahead for your pick up time and be patient for your ride because there will be more traffic congestion in the area. Remember a few tips on personal safety:
- If you plan on attending a function downtown or anywhere off campus, go with a group of people.
- If you are able, leave any valuables at home such as wallets, purses, iPods. These are easy pickings if left in a booth or on a table at a club or party even if you just get up for a minute to dance, use the restroom, etc.
- If you are walking, wear appropriate clothing such as light and reflective colors so drivers can see you in dimly lit areas.
- UTILIZE SAFERIDE! If you are uncomfortable where you are or fear for your safety with no safe way home, call SafeRide at (509) 568-8000. Have your Student I.D. on you and receive a free ride back to campus.
- Look out for each other and use the buddy system. Be a good bystander and call saferide for a friend or call Security at (509)313-2222 if you are close to campus for an escort…no questions asked.
Our priority here at Gonzaga Security is you….please make yourself a priority as well and make good decisions and look out for each other.