Welcome to American University. If you are arriving early to participate in orientation activities on the AU campus, touring sites in and around the nation’s capital, or a returning student, we want you to be aware the U.S. Department of Homeland Security issued a Code Yellow “elevated risk” alert. It is important to note no current or past threat has been reported which mentions colleges and universities. Nevertheless, we encourage all members of the AU community to continue to act with awareness and prudence.
TIPS
AU’s Emergency Preparedness.
Following the events of September 2001, the University
developed an extensive emergency communications
and operations plan that is constantly updated.
To review some of these procedures, refer to the
Emergency
Preparedness link on the Risk Management and
Safety Services website. AU Public Safety coordinates
closely with the other law enforcement agencies
and other colleges and universities in Washington,
D.C. In case of an emergency, American University
will report news and updates as we receive them,
via memo, e-mail, voice mail, web-posting and
other appropriate means.
Be Alert. The AU Department of
Public Safety and the Department of Homeland Security
continue to advise members of the AU community
to be vigilant, take notice of your surroundings,
and report suspicious items or activities to local
authorities.
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