What are the blue phones that I see on campus?
The blue phones are telephones that are linked directly to the Police dispatch center. If you ever need assistance, just open the door and pick up the receiver. You do not need to dial anything. It will automatically ring to the dispatcher.
Are the blue phones for emergency use only?
No. Although the Blue phones are in place primarily for emergency use, we do encourage you to use them if you are in need of information. If you are lost, need an escort or have a question, pick up the blue phone and the dispatcher will assist you.
Where are the blue phones located?
Blue phones are located on every floor of every building on campus. Generally, the phones are next to the elevators, or within sight of the elevators. There are also several blue phones located along the pathways to some of the parking lots.
Will I get into trouble if I do a prank call from a blue phone?
Yes. The blue phones on campus are very similar to the local 9-1-1 systems that you dial from your homes when you have an emergency. Every time a blue phone rings into the dispatch center, the dispatcher is prepared to handle an "emergency call". To assist the officers in emergency response, dispatch is able to immediately recognize exactly which blue phone is being accessed. Officers respond to all blue phone calls, whether they are actual calls, or pranks. If you make a prank call on the blue phones and are caught, be prepared to be talking with Police Officer. It is illegal.
