On Campus Residences
Don’t leave anything out in plain sight, inviting individuals to walk off with your property. This would include bicycles, tools or any other valuable items. Always lock the doors to your residence.
Do not leave your laptops and cell phones unattended.
Off Campus Residences
Keep garage doors closed unless you are in the immediate area. Leaving the garage door open is like leaving your property out on the front lawn. Property crime can occur in seconds.
Prevention tips for vehicles and contents
Also remember not to leave valuables in plain sight inside your vehicle. Even if it is locked, your vehicle can be entered quickly. Take those laptops and cell phones into the house with you!