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Office of Preparedness and Response | Posted on October 02, 2018

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Active Threat Readiness

Active Threat/Shooter incidents are often unpredictable and evolve quickly. Knowing how to respond during an emergency is crucial to your personal safety and the wellbeing of those around you.
Please take a few moments to review actions to take when confronted with an active threat/shooter situation on campus.
Remember your options: EVACUATE, EVADE or ENGAGE.

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Safety and Security Reporting at UIC

The 2017-2018 Annual Security and Fire Safety Report highlights the many safety and security policies, procedures, programs, and advocacy networks available at UIC and our regional health science campuses.
We invite you to give it a read, and consider how it can help promote and improve your personal safety and the wellbeing of those around you.

View the 2017-2018 Annual Report

 

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