PAGE 2 years, it has gotten a lot better with students securing their vehicles because we haven’t had as many incidents as we used to.” Could you tell me about the Alertus app? “We have had that app in place for a little over two years, and started getting out that information to incoming freshmen at orientation so that they could go ahead and download the app on their phones. But what the app does is it creates direct communication, if anybody uses that app it will send an alert to our desk computers. Chief, his office assistant, and also our office cell phones receive a notification, so if we’re not in the office or it’s the weekend, whoever needs the assistance will get help as quickly as possible. It’s for emergencies but not just for crime, we can also use the app to send out weather notifications in case there is severe weather in the area, it’s just a good emergency medium for communication for any type of alert.” “Our main focus is to communicate to students about helping ensure their personal safety and the safety of their property. Anytime we receive information that is pertinent to students we make sure it gets out there and our office assistant does an excellent job with that. We’re here for a law enforcement presence but we’re also here for the support of our students in their academic pursuits because a safe environment is conducive to focus and learning so we’re a part of the team just as much as any other department.” The public safety email warns students to lock their cars, ensure that windows are up, and to never leave valuables in your car. To report suspicious subjects or vehicles, call GSW public safety at (229) 931-2245.
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ART GALLERY SHOWCASE Check out what GSW art students have been up to! Through March, the library is hosting an art gallery that is open for viewing. Pictures by Talik Hill.
