Being Prepared May Save Your Life
Southern Oregon University is committed to enhancing the safety of the students, faculty, staff, and visitors to campus. As part of this commitment, the University has prepared this Emergency Procedure Manual relating to campus safety, emergency management and the health and welfare of the campus community. The EMERGENCY RESPONSE HANDBOOK is available in PDF format and reviews response procedures for possible emergencies which may occur at SOU. Faculty, staff, and students should become familiar with these procedures, and review the manual throughout the year.
Emergency Operations Plan
SOU has developed a comprehensive Emergency Operations Plan addressing the four major phases of disaster management: preparedness, response, recovery and mitigation. This plan encompasses the Basic Emergency Operations Plan along with and Infectious Disease Annex, a Crisis Communication Annex, and a Mass and Timely Notification Annex.
- Fire/Police/Medical call 911
- Campus Public Safety Emergency Line 541-552-6911
- Campus Public Safety Non-Emergency 541-552-6258, Mon.-Fri. 8:00 am-5:00 pm
- After 5:00 pm, weekends & holidays call 541-552-6911
- Student Health and Wellness Center 541–552-6136
Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (NHMP)
SOU has developed their Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (NHMP). The purpose of this plan is to assist the University in reducing its risk from natural hazards by identifying resources, information, and strategies for risk reduction. It will also help guide and coordinate mitigation activities on campus.
Although it is impossible to predict exactly when disasters might occur or the extent to which they might affect the campus, the university can minimize losses from natural hazards through deliberate planning and collaboration within the campus community and with the City of Ashland, and Jackson County. These plans are written and then submitted to FEMA for approval.
Campus Public Safety
382 Wightman St.
Ashland, OR 97520
Emergency: Dial 9-1-1
Officer Assistance: (541) 552-6911
Campus Public Safety Office: (541) 552-6258