Emergency Management

Get Prepared

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Take 5, Get Viking Ready!

A safe and resilient campus is a community effort, and it starts with you. Your personal preparedness is the foundation of our collective ability to handle any emergency. Taking a few simple steps today can make a big difference. Use this guide as your starting point to get informed and feel empowered.  

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Your 4 Step Checklist

  1. Confirm your PSU Alert preferences: Text messages are the fastest way to get timely, official information in an emergency.
  2. Know Where to Go:  In an evacuation, seconds count. Know how to safely get out of a building. Look up the  Assembly Area for your primary classroom or office so you know exactly where to go.
  3. Make a Plan: Disruptions happen. Think about who you would contact and how you would get home if your usual way is blocked. Keeping a essentials - including phone charger, a water bottle, and a snack - in your bag.
  4. Review Campus Closure Guidance: Familiarize yourself with how decisions are made about unexpected campus closures and what it means for campus services, classes and work.

Preparedness Resources & Topics

At PSU, your safety is our top priority. Whether you’re a student, faculty, or staff member, being prepared helps us all stay safe. This page provides the essentials for building personal preparedness skills. Explore these resources and tips to help you confidently respond to emergencies, protect yourself, and support our community.

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Emergency Procedures

Find essential information to help you prepare for and respond to emergencies. Explore each resource page for detailed steps to take during specific emergency situations. Topics include but are not limited to: evacuation, inclement weather,  medical emergencies, fire, earthquake and threatening activity.

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Personal Preparedness

There are a few simple steps we can all take to make our families and community more prepared for disasters. It doesn't have to be expensive or difficult. Every bit helps.

Steps you can take to prepare
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Resources for Faculty

Preparing for emergencies on campus is a shared responsibility among PSU’s administrative units, schools, departments, and individual faculty, staff, and students. This page includes resources tailored to faculty.

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