UWS SAFE

UWS SAFE is the official safety app of the University of Western States. It is the only app that integrates with the University of Western States's safety and security systems. Campus Safety has worked to develop a unique app that provides students, faculty and staff with added safety on the University of Western States campus. The app will send you important safety alerts and provide instant access to campus safety resources.

UWS SAFE features include:

• Emergency Contacts: Contact the correct services for the University of Western States area in case of an emergency or a non-emergency concern

• Mobile Bluelight: Send your location to University of Western States security in real-time in case of a crisis

• Friend Walk: Send your location to a friend through email or SMS on your device. Once the friend accepts the Friend Walk request, the user picks their destination and their friend tracks their location in real time; they can keep an eye on them to make sure they make it safely to their destination.

• Report a Concern: Multiple ways to report a safety/security concern directly to the University of Western States security.

• Safety Toolbox: Enhance your safety with the set of tools provided in one convenient app. - Notification History: Find previous Push Notifications for this app with the date and time. - Share Map with your Location: Send your location to a friend by sending them a map of your position. - I’m OK!: Send your location and a message indicating that “You’re OK” to a recipient of your choosing.

• Campus Maps - Campus Map: Navigate around the University of Western States area. - Crime Map: View recent crimes that have occurred on and near campus. - Evacuation Map: Find gathering points after an evacuation alarm has been sounded.

• Emergency Plans: Campus emergency documentation that can prepare you for disasters or emergencies. This can be accessed even when users aren’t connected to Wi-Fi or cellular data.

• Support Resources: Access support resources in one convenient app to enjoy a successful experience at the University of Western States.

• Safety Notifications: Receive instant notifications and instructions from University of Western States safety when on-campus emergencies occur.

Download today to ensure you’re prepared in the event of an emergency