The University of New Mexico’s 8th annual Campus Safety Week returns with a week-long schedule of events Sept. 18-23. UNM’s Safety Week is held annually in conjunction with National Campus Safety Awareness Month, a declaration approved by Congress in 2008 to encourage public conversation on important safety topics and violence prevention at U.S. colleges and universities.

UNM’s Campus Safety Week, which is a collaboration between UNM Police, the Office of Compliance, Ethics and Equal Opportunity (CEEO), and other campus partners, features a variety of hands-on workshops and other activities will be offered throughout the week to bring awareness and tools for students, faculty and staff to help ensure a safe campus community. 

Safety Week Event Schedule

Monday, Sept. 18
Annual Safety Week - Kick-off, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
SUB Atrium & Ballroom C - Map

Come join us as we kick off the Annual Safety Week in the Student Union Building from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. 

Currently, the following events are currently scheduled:

  • 10 - 11:30 a.m. - Cuddle a Canine 
  • 10 - 10:30 a.m. - Morning Stretch and Flex with HR's Wellness Group
  • 10 a.m. - 12 noon - LoDo Chair Massages

There will be more booths in the Atrium, highlighting departments that help keep UNM safe, as well as cookies and refreshments.

More info:  Adrienne Helms

Tuesday, Sept. 19
Emergency Notification Systems Alert Test, 11:02 a.m.
Involves all campus sirens, e-mail, text messaging, social media updates and UNM website notifications. A reminder about the test, a text message and email notification will be sent via LoboAlerts at 10:45 a.m. The test will occur at 11:02 a.m.

Personal Safety Courses and Emergency Preparedness, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
SUB Ballroom C & SUB Atrium - Map
Come join us in the SUBs Atrium and Ballroom with classes on Personal Safety and Emergency Preparedness, including:

  • 10 - 11:30 a.m. - Bike Safety Course from Johnson's Recreation Center
  • 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. - Emergency Preparedness Training from Emergency Management and EHS
  • 1:30 - 3 p.m. - Suicide Prevention Training from Agora
  • 4 - 5 p.m. - Walking and Working Surfaces & Building Safety from EHS

During this time, we will also be setting up for the Annual Safety Walk hosted on Main Campus, so come and join.

More info:  Zachary Peterson

Main Campus Safety Walk, 6:30 – 9 p.m.
Sub Ballroom B (meeting location) – Map
Help make the UNM campus a safer place by joining in on the annual Campus Safety Walk. The Campus Safety Walk is designed to help identify areas around campus in need of better lighting, tree pruning and more. This event is family-friendly and everyone is welcome to attend.  Doors open at 6:30 p.m. for refreshments, a safety briefing, and supplies.

Wednesday, Sept. 20
Coffee with Our Cops, 10 a.m. – 12 noon
HSC Collaborative Shade Structure (Upper Plaza) - Map
Grab a cup of coffee, have a snack and get to know the officers at UNM PD who keep our campus safe year-round

Suicide Awareness Training - Child Loss, Grief, and Hope, 12 - 1 p.m.
Zoom - Meeting Link
Come join Desiree Woodland, retired teacher and founder of "Breaking the Silence NM", as she leads an interactive quiz /discussion about mental illness and suicide, and share a portion from her survivor story called Child Loss, Suicide Grief, and Hope.

Health Sciences Threat Assessment Team Training, 1 – 4 p.m.
Domenici Auditorium - Map
Join in on Threat Assessment training presented by the National Threat Evaluation and Reporting Office (NTER) of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. Students, staff and faculty will learn general information about Threat Assessment at UNM, how individuals should report suspicious activities and how the process plays out.

Walking/Working Surfaces & Building Safety, 4 - 5 p.m.
HSC Collaborative Shade Structure (Upper Plaza) - Map
Join us at the HSC Collaborative Shade Structure for an overview training on "Walking and Working Surfaces and Building Safety" that will equip you with the knowledge and skills to navigate your environment securely. EHS will guide you through the intricacies of building safety, covering a wide range of crucial topics. From understanding the principles of risk assessment to mastering the art of hazard recognition, this training program offers a holistic approach to creating safer environments. Some of the topics will include:

  • Identifying potential impacts, assessing their impact, and mitigating risk, 
  • Walking on different surfaces, anywhere from slippery floors to uneven terrain, 
  • Building codes and regulations, and
  • General PPE overviews

During this time, we will also be setting up for the Annual Safety Walk hosted on HSC, so come and join. 

More info:  Zachary Peterson

North Campus Safety Walk, 6:30 – 9 p.m.
HSC Collaborative Shade Structure (Upper Plaza) - Map
Join in at the HSC Collaborative Shade Structure at 6:30 p.m. for refreshments before starting the walk at 7 p.m. There will be a safety briefing and flashlight distribution (limited supply, attendees are encouraged bring your own). - Register online

Thursday, Sept. 21
Coffee with Our Cops, 10 a.m. – 12 noon
SUB Atrium - Map
Grab a cup of coffee, have a snack and get to know the officers at UNM PD who keep our campus safe year-round.

Personal Safety Courses and Ambulatory Care, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
SUB Atrium & Ballroom B - Map
Come join us in the SUBs Atrium and Ballroom as we host classes on Personal Safety and Ambulatory Safety, including:

  • 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. - Ambulatory Safety and Q&A from Albuquerque Ambulance
  • 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. - Fire Rescue Q&A from Albuquerque Fire Rescue
  • 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. - Naloxone & Fentanyl Testing Strip Training from COSAP

During this time, we will also have booths in the Atrium from various departments, as well as cookies, refreshments, and free Paletas (while supplies last), so come and join! 

More info: Randall Starling & Zachary Peterson

Campus Safety Summit, 12:30 – 3 p.m.
SUB Ballroom B - Map
Join in for a Campus Safety Summit during this year's National Campus Security Awareness Month and UNM's Campus Safety Week. The University of New Mexico’s Safe Campus Living Task Force is proud to host this event to raise awareness about the safety initiatives on UNM’s Albuquerque Campus and facilitate a discussion among campus community members like you.

More info: Adrienne Helms

QPR Suicide Prevention Training - Daytime Session, 1:30 - 2:30 p.m.
Zoom - Registration Link
UNM HSC's Wellness Consortium is proud to host this exhibition to raise awareness about suicide and suicide prevention, to share important resources, and to spread hope to people affected by suicide. QPR is the most widely taught suicide prevention training in the world and is proven effective. 

QPR stands for Question, Persuade, Refer. Like CPR, QPR is an emergency response protocol to help someone in crisis. These are three simple, but powerful steps. Learn how to use them properly and you can save a life from suicide.

QPR training participants will learn from a team of Certified QPR Gatekeeper Instructors:

  • How to use the Question, Persuade, Refer technique
  • Common suicide myths and facts
  • Warning signs and clues that someone is considering suicide
  • Tips for approaching the topic of suicide
  • How to get a person considering suicide the help they need

More info:  Jason Stafford & Leah Adent

Accident, Incident, and Near Miss Reporting, 4 - 5 p.m. 
SUB Ballroom B - Map
Come join us in Ballroom B as we host a dynamic training program on "Accident, Incident, and Near Miss Reporting" designed to empower individuals and organizations to enhance safety through effective incident documentation.

Some of the key things we will be reviewing are:

  • Reporting Essentials: Learn the importance of accurate and timely incident reporting, covering accidents, near misses, and incidents, and how they contribute to a safer work environment.
  • Incident Investigation: Gain expertise in conducting thorough incident investigations, helping you uncover underlying causes and develop strategies for prevention.
  • Creating a Reporting Culture: Develop the skills to foster a culture of open reporting, where individuals feel confident in coming forward with safety concerns.

Refreshments, including cookies and drinks, will be provided. 

More info:  Zachary Peterson

QPR Suicide Prevention Training - Nighttime Session, 7 - 8 p.m.
Zoom - Registration Link
UNM HSC's Wellness Consortium is proud to host this exhibition to raise awareness about suicide and suicide prevention, to share important resources, and to spread hope to people affected by suicide. QPR is the most widely taught suicide prevention training in the world and is proven effective. 

QPR stands for Question, Persuade, Refer. Like CPR, QPR is an emergency response protocol to help someone in crisis. These are three simple, but powerful steps. Learn how to use them properly and you can save a life from suicide.

QPR training participants will learn from a team of Certified QPR Gatekeeper Instructors:

  • How to use the Question, Persuade, Refer technique
  • Common suicide myths and facts
  • Warning signs and clues that someone is considering suicide
  • Tips for approaching the topic of suicide
  • How to get a person considering suicide the help they need

More info:  Vanessa Roybal & Adrianne Tenorio

Friday, Sept. 22
CPR/AED/Basic First Aid Course - Adult/Child/Infant, 2 - 6 p.m.
UNM University Club - Map
Join the UNM HEaRT Program at the University Club as experienced instructors will guide you through hands-on training, teaching you how to administer CPR, use automated external defibrillators (AEDs), and help you respond to medical emergencies such as:

  • Seizures, 
  • Severe allergic reactions, and
  • Choking relief

Whether you're a concerned parent, a healthcare professional, or simply someone who wants to make a difference, UNM HEaRT is here to walk you through the process of administering aid when a situation calls for it.

Sign-ups are requested before the date, and tuition remission is fully accepted.

More info:  UNM HEaRT Program (505.272.8364)

Saturday, Sept. 23
Free VIN Etching, 9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Student Support Services Center, 1155 Avenida Cesar Chavez, S.E. - Map
CEEO has teamed up with the Albuquerque Police Department to offer this auto theft prevention service to all members of UNM and the public for free. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) etching is a fast, safe and simple process of having a vehicle’s VIN engraved onto its windows using a chemical solution. Once the VIN has been etched on all the windows, a thief must strip and replace every piece of glass in order to profit off the sale of the stolen vehicle or its parts, which deters many thieves from stealing VIN-etched vehicles in the first place. It’s one of the most effective means available to deter auto theft currently available.

For more information, visit Campus Safety.
 

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