🔹 What is the SafeWalk program at Acadia University 🔹 What is SafeWalk at Acadia 🔹 How do I get an escort across campus at night 🔹 Is there a safety escort service for students 🔹 Can someone walk me to my residence after dark

The SafeWalk program at Acadia University is a free safety escort service that helps students travel across campus during evening hours. Whether you're heading to your residence, the library, or a parking lot, SafeWalk ensures you don’t have to walk alone after dark.

Here’s how it works:

  • 🚶‍♀️ A trained Safety & Security staff member will walk with you to your destination

  • 📞 To request a SafeWalk, call 902-585-1103

  • 🕗 Available during evening and nighttime hours, especially when the is not running

  • 🏫 Escorts are available between campus buildings, residences, parking lots, and nearby off-campus locations

  • 🆓 The service is free and designed to enhance student safety and peace of mind

Tip: You can also request a SafeWalk if you feel uncomfortable or unsafe for any reason — it’s not just for emergencies.

📘 Helpful Definitions:

  • SafeWalk: A campus safety service where security staff escort students across campus at night

  • Safety & Security office: The department responsible for campus protection, located in the Student Union Building

  • Campus escort: A trained staff member who walks with you to ensure your safety

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📝 Special Notes:

  • SafeWalk is available year-round, including during exam periods

  • If the shuttle isn’t running, SafeWalk is a great alternative

  • For urgent concerns or emergencies, dial 911 or call 902-585-1103

  • The service is part of Acadia’s broader commitment to campus safety, which includes patrols, alarm monitoring, and emergency response protocols

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