Time Change Safety Information
Dear UMB Community:
The days are getting shorter, and many Íøºì±¬ÁÏ, Baltimore (UMB) employees and students now arrive in the morning and/or leave in the afternoon when it is dark outside. Before daylight saving time ends on Sunday, Nov. 7, I want to remind you of some tips to stay safe.
- Safe Ride: Did you know you can request a Safe Ride through the Mobile UMB app? Safe Ride drivers are trained UMB Police Department (UMBPD) police and security officers. You can track your driver (just like a rideshare app!) and receive a notification when they arrive. Wait time is typically less than 10 minutes. Learn more.
- Be aware of your surroundings: Phones and headphones can be distracting. Put them away before walking outside — it can wait!
- Homeless and vulnerable persons:
- UMBPD’s Community Outreach and Support Team (COAST) works with persons who are homeless and/or vulnerable to provide needed resources. We also are pleased to from the Íøºì±¬ÁÏ School of Social Work who are expanding upon COAST’s work. If you see a vulnerable person who might need help, please call 410-706-6882.
- Homelessness and panhandling are not crimes. However, aggressive behavior, harassment, and/or assault is never acceptable. If you feel threatened or if there is an emergency, always call 911.
- We’re here to help 24/7! UMBPD police and security officers can be easily found across the University.
- Security officers wear red shirts and yellow reflective security vests. They can be found patrolling on foot, on UMBPD electric vehicles, and in many UMB buildings.
- Police officers wear black uniforms and vests. They can be found patrolling on foot and in UMBPD vehicles.
- Police communication operators (sometimes called dispatchers) are available day or night by calling 410-706-6882.
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Sincerely,
Thomas Leone, MSL
UMB Chief of Police