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: Monday, September 8 – Friday, September 12, 2025.

If you would like to host an event or other activity during this year’s Safety Week, please contact 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.

2025 Campus Safety Events

Wednesday, 10/10

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.

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.

More info: Clery Center

Saturday, 9/6

FREE VIN Etching

9:30 AM - 2:30 PM

University Stadium (west lot)

1111 University Blvd SE - Map

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. All drivers are welcome.

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More info: Adrienne Helms

Monday, 9/8

Annual Campus Safety Week - Kick-off

Monday - 9/8

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More info: Adrienne Helms

Tuesday, 9/9

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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:

Coffee with a Cop
- Grab a cup of coffee, have a snack, and get to know the officers at UNM PD who keep our campus safe year-round.
Suzy’s Chair Massages
- 4 massage chairs and massage therapists, giving massages to the UNM campus for no cost
Bing Tea (Boba!)
Cuddle a Canine!
- Come visit the cute therapy dogs that will be outside the Student Union Building.
Booths
- Fire Extinguisher Training
- Office Ergonomics Demonstration
- Environmental Health and Stormwater Information
- Recreational Services
- AGORA
- SHAC
- UNM Employee Wellness
- Ombuds
- Women's Resource Center
- Truman Health Services
- CASAA
- Bicycle Registration

Test of UNM's Campus Warning Siren System

11:02 AM

Campus-wide

UNM will test its campus warning siren system, which is a part of the University's comprehensive emergency warning system. All campuses will be included in this test; in the future, campus-specific alerting will take place.

In the event of an actual emergency, you would be provided pertinent safety information and instructions.

If the siren sounds and there is no notice that there will be a test (Tuesday, 11:02 am), consider it REAL. Heed the warning and did as instructed.

Annual Safety Walk - Main Campus

6:30 - 9 PM

SUB Ballroom B - Map

Do you want to help make UNM's campus a safer, healthier place? You CAN by joining us for the 8th 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.

Come prepared! Download the Ramblr app to your smartphone before the event and use it to track your progress: https://www.ramblr.com

This event is family-friendly and ALL ARE WELCOME so bring a friend (or ten)! Doors open at 6:30 PM for refreshments, a safety briefing, and supplies.

Downloads for Sharing:

More info: Adrienne Helms