FSU #36 nationally for safest university

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<p>I understand and share your caution Navarre. What I wrote is not biased (which I clearly am towards FSU ;)) but what we have experienced with our girls over a five-year period. </p>

<p>My wife and I are also both Florida State grads and have extensive experience covering decades on and around the main campus in Tallahassee. This is not trivial experience. The secret is to use good sense and for females especially to have cell phones and follow the guidelines given by FSU’s accredited police department. (See: [fsu.edu</a> | Police Department Website](<a href=“http://www.police.fsu.edu/]fsu.edu”>http://www.police.fsu.edu/))</p>

<p>From the FSU PD website:

The Florida State University Police Department (FSUPD) is committed to providing Florida State University with a safe environment conducive to the goals of education and research. Although reported crime at Florida State is relatively low, it is important for students to remember that we are not immune from criminal activity. Therefore, we share many of the crime and safety issues that exist in any city. In partnership with the community, we work to prevent crime and solve problems that affect students, faculty, and staff. The safety and security of the University is the combined responsibility of the entire Florida State University community.

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<p>I would encourage you to visit the university and spend some time walking around to see for yourself. By comparison, I visited Yale recently and we were plainly told not to go west of the hotel. You will not hear this at Florida State.</p>

<p>I have never seen a fight at FSU either. I will plainly say that’s a weak reason to use to not feel safe and would urge you to consider other universities if that event is what bothers you.</p>