Above / All college freshmen and their parents are encouraged to attend on Aug. 3 at the Naperville Police Department, located on the Public Safety Campus, 1350 Aurora Avenue at Birchwood.
As many new college freshman prepare for “move-in” day on college campuses across the nation, the Naperville Police Department wants to be sure that parents are sending their young adults off safely.
Presentation 7PM Wed., Aug. 3
The Naperville Police Department again will offer “Family Survival and Safety Guide for College Bound Students,” an educational program designed for all freshmen and their parents. The presentation is set for 7PM on Wed., Aug. 3.
No registration is required for this class, which will be held at the Naperville Police Department, 1350 Aurora Ave.
According to Crime Prevention Specialist Mary Browning, the program is a great opportunity to learn how to be safe while on campus and away from home.
“We live in a very safe community and because of that our children can develop a false sense of security,” Browning said. “This class will help students learn strong crime prevention strategies and also make them aware of some of the dangers of campus life and how to safeguard themselves.”
Two-part program will focus on drug/alcohol laws & personal safety
The presentation has two distinct areas of focus. The first part of the program will educate students and parents about drugs, alcohol and the law.
“Students may be subjected to temptations and challenges that they haven’t yet been taught how to deal with,” noted Browning. ” This class will talk frankly about making choices and understanding what the consequences may be; legally, personally and academically.”
The second portion of the presentation will concentrate on personal safety. Browning said the Department wants students to start their college careers armed with the necessary knowledge and skills to keep themselves and their property safe.
“We want students to learn how to protect themselves and to know how to avoid being a victim of crime,” Browning added.
For more information, contact Crime Prevention Specialist Mary Browning at (630) 420-6731.
