The WSU Police Department bears primary responsibility for law enforcement and safety on campus. The officers are trained and accredited by the state. The officers enforce all state and federal laws without favoritism or bias. No laws are excepted, including those related to sex offenses, alcohol and substance abuse including the consumption of alcohol by underage drinkers. Free crime awareness/prevention literature and free-for-loan videos on a variety of subjects, including sexual offenses, are available from the University Police.
While WSU attempts to provide a safe and secure environment, all campus citizens take personal responsibility for their own safety and the safety of others. Often, the best defense against crime, including sexual offenses, is one’s own personal alertness and awareness. Never place yourself at risk. Report all suspicious incidents to the police immediately. Notify your professor or supervisor when you are concerned about safety and security. If you sense danger or have any difficulty, emergency phones are located throughout campus on black posts with blue lights on top. Just press the button to contact police.