University Park

Penn State Escort Services provides safety after dark

University Park, Pa. -- As part of ongoing efforts to enhance the safety and peace of mind for students, faculty and staff, the Escort Service is available for anyone who must walk on the University Park campus after dark. The primary goal of the Escort Service is to deter sexual harassment, verbal abuse, and assault, and to enable travel from one location to another with a greater sense of security.

By calling 865-WALK (865-9255), an individual can arrange for an immediate escort anytime between dusk and dawn. It is not necessary to call in advance, as escorts are on duty, ready to be dispatched as needed.

Escorts can be identified easily by their Escort Service ID badges and special t-shirts or jackets. In addition, the person being escorted will be given the name of his/her escort when the escorting arrangement is made.

Escorts are carefully screened and selected students employed by the University Police. They undergo interpersonal communication and sensitivity training. All escorts carry two-way radios for quick dispatch and prompt services.

For more information about Escort Services, visist http://www.psu.edu/dept/police/EscortService.htm

For more information on Penn State's safety resources, visit http://www.live.psu.edu/story/2679

Last Updated March 19, 2009