Campus Safety Week

Campus Safety Week is when the UNM Community comes together to observe National Campus Safety Awareness Month (NCSAM), held every year in September. Workshops and other activities held throughout the week are designed to bring more awareness and education to safety- and security-related topics that affect UNM students, faculty, staff, and the larger community of which UNM is a part.

The dates for this year’s Annual UNM Campus Safety Week are: Sunday, September 7 – Saturday, September 13, 2025.

If you would like to host an event or other activity during this year’s Safety Week, please coordinate with Adrienne Helms, Clery Coordinator, at ahelms6@unm.edu or 505-277-5251.

  ***All events are subject to change as the events are currently being scheduled. Check back for more to come!***

 For in-person events, please adhere to guidance and information at bringbackthepack.unm.edu.

 

Are you a member of UNM's Greek Life? Complete with your fellow community members with this year's Safety Week Bingo! Click on the image below to download your card and instructions.

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2025 Campus Safety Week Events

 Wednesday, 7/30/25

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Stop Campus Hazing Act (SCHA) Summit

9 AM - 4:30 PM
SUB Santa Ana A & B - Map

Following the 2024 passage of the Stop Campus Hazing Act, the UNM Office of Compliance, Ethics & Equal Opportunity (CEEO) was proud to partner with Grand River Solutions, Inc. to offer more than just another standard online course on the new legislation. The SCHA Summit was a dynamic, collaborative learning experience
where various stakeholders from across UNM and other Universities throughout New Mexico and Colorado connected with peers, shared insights, and explored how to implement SCHA requirements in ways that are not only compliant—but also culturally  relevant, community-informed, and aligned with the values of the unique Southwestern institutions we serve.

Speakers who took the time to share why the anti-hazing legislation and UNM's new Anti-Hazing Policy are important to them included New Mexico Deputy Cabinet Secretary of High Education Dr. Patricia Trujillo, UNM Executive Vice President for Finance and Administration Teresa Constantinidis, and UNM Vice President/Director of Athletics Fernando Lovo.

 Watch the slideshow! 

The SCHA Summit took the place of the 2025 Campus Safety Summit normally hosted in September.

More info:  Adrienne Helms

Monday, 9/8/25

 

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Annual Campus Safety Week - Kick-off

 

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More info:  Adrienne Helms

Tuesday, 9/9/25

Main Campus Safety Day

10 AM - 2 PM 
Cornell Mall - Map

Come join us as we kick off the Annual Safety Week outside the Student Union Building from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. 

Currently, the following events are scheduled:

 

 

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Outdoor Siren Test

11:02 AM
South Campus

The University of New Mexico Emergency Alert Sirens are sounded in the event of an emergency that makes it dangerous to be outdoors, such as a severe lightning storm, an environmental hazard or a threat from an armed individual. During an alert, people who are not on campus and hear the siren should not come on campus. People who are on campus should seek shelter in the nearest building.

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Annual Safety Walk - Main Campus

6:30 - 9 PM
SUB Atrium - Map

Do you want to help make UNM's campus a safer, healthier place? You CAN by joining us for UNM's Annual Campus Safety Walk on Main Campus! This event is a terrific opportunity to get some steps in after dark with other Lobos. We’ll be counting on you to help identify areas in need of better lighting, pruning, and more.

We will have a DJ and Pop Fizz for pariticipants to enjoy, and you can even CHOOSE YOUR ZONE IN ADVANCE! Register yourself or your group using our a quick online form.

COME EARLY AND COME PREPARED!

This event is family-friendly and ALL ARE WELCOME so bring a friend (or ten)! Doors open at 6:30 PM, but come early for refreshments, free goodies from Pop Fizz, music, and more. Also, download the Ramblr app to your smartphone before the event and use it to track your progress during the walk: https://www.ramblr.com

Download the Ramblr app:

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Click here for Ramblr instructions!

 

More info:  Adrienne Helms

 

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 Wednesday, 9/10/25

North Campus Safety Day

10 AM - 2 PM
HSC Collaborative Shade Structure (Upper Plaza) - Map

Currently, the following events are scheduled:

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NCSAM 2025 Virtual Summit: Navigating the Next Era

9 AM - 3 PM
Online

Clery Center’s 2025 National Campus Safety Awareness Month Virtual Summit, Navigating the Next Era will explore the evolving landscape of campus safety, equipping institutions with the tools and strategies needed to adapt to emerging challenges. As higher education continues to transform in response to technological advancements, policy shifts, and societal changes, this year’s summit will focus on forward-thinking approaches to fostering secure, inclusive, and resilient campus communities.

Through engaging discussions led by Clery Center’s subject matter experts and key voices in the field, attendees will gain critical insights into the next era of campus safety. Together, we will examine proactive measures, innovative solutions, and collaborative efforts that ensure every campus remains a place where students, faculty, and staff can thrive.

Clery Center’s subject matter experts, alongside leaders and stakeholders across the field of campus safety, will share insights and strategies for identifying and implementing fresh approaches to foster a culture of safety and respect. Strengthen the role of the community on your campus and prioritize the overall well-being and security of students, faculty, and staff to create a more supportive educational environment for all.

More info: Clery Center

 

 

 

As with all of Clery Center's National Campus Safety Awareness Month events and resources, the summit is completely free. Registration is required.

Register here.

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Annual Safety Walk - North Campus

6:30 - 9 PM
HSC Collaborative Shade Structure (Upper Plaza) - Map

Join us at the HSC Collaborative Shade Structure at 6:30 for refreshments before we start our walk at 7 PM. There will be a safety briefing and flashlight distribution (limited supply - encouraged to bring your own).

Interactive opportunity for IPE Honors.

COME EARLY AND COME PREPARED!

This event is family-friendly and ALL ARE WELCOME so bring a friend (or ten)! Doors open at 6:30 PM, but come early for refreshments. Also, download the Ramblr app to your smartphone before the event and use it to track your progress during the walk: https://www.ramblr.com

Download the Ramblr app:

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Click here for Ramblr instructions!

More info:  Adrienne Helms

 

 

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Saturday, 9/13/25

South Campus Safety Day

University Stadium (west lot)
1111 University Blvd SE - Map

 

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FREE Auto Theft Prevention VIN Etching Event

9:30 AM - 2:30 PM

Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Etching is a fast, safe, and simple process of having a vehicle’s VIN engraved onto its windows using a chemical solution. Once the VIN has been etched on all the windows, a thief must strip and replace every piece of glass in order to profit from the sale of the stolen vehicle or its parts. Doing so is a time-consuming and expensive feat, which deters many thieves from stealing VIN-etched vehicles in the first place. It's one of the most effective means to deter auto theft currently available and FREE thanks to the Albuquerque Police Department Auto Theft Prevention Unit. All drivers are welcome.

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Blood Drive

9:30 AM - 2:30 PM

Every two seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood. This could be a little girl in the ICU or a mother with Stage 3 leukemia. If you’re worried about needles, don’t be—most blood donors compare the experience to a mild, split-second pinch! The entire process is very safe and very fast, and you will feel amazing knowing you potentially saved up to three people. When you donate blood, you’re part of something bigger than yourself. The ultimate pay-it-forward moment—in order to move life forward—is the simple act of giving blood. You have a source of life within you that has the power to transform another life.

To make a life-saving appointment, click here!

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Fundraiser Barbeque with UNMPD

11 AM - 1 PM

Grill out with UNMPD and enjoy some barbeque while getting to know the officers who protect the UNM community year-round! All are welcome.

 

More info:  Adrienne Helms

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