Being prepared for emergencies and knowing what to do is an important part of living on campus. We are happy to provide our on-campus students with an introductory overview of emergency planning. Here, you will find sections on the most important and common emergencies that students should be prepared for, as well as guides to prepare hurricane and first aid kits, ideas for keeping in touch with friends and family during a major emergency, and other helpful suggestions. Students residing on campus should review this information prior to move in each fall semester.

Please review the Tulane University Emergency webpage.  The official Emergency Operations website of Tulane University.

Recently, staff members Amy Garbacz and Marty Brantley gave a presentation to members of ACUHO-I (College Housing Officers) and APPA (College Facilities Officers) covering Emergency Preparedness Planning.  A Power Point of their program is available online here.

What to do in an emergency:

• Remain calm, use common sense, and provide assistance when possible
• Call 5200 for University Emergencies
• Evacuate buildings immediately upon request of authorities, upon hearing an alarm, or when remaining inside is dangerous or life threatening
• Know the location of at least two emergency exits close to your living area

What not to do in an emergency:

• Do not use the telephone except to report the emergency situation
• Do not use elevators
• Do not cross police barriers without authorization
• Do not exceed your training or knowledge when attempting to render aid

• Off-Campus Emergency: 911
• University Emergency (Uptown): 5200
• University Police: 5381
• Campus Escort Service (TUPD): 5381
• Facilities Emergencies: 5445