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Emergency Text Alert Program Now Offered

NMU now offers an instant text-messaging program to alert students, faculty and staff to on-campus emergencies. Members of the campus community may also register family members to receive the same alerts. Full story Register to receive alerts Frequently asked questions For general system questions and issues with registration, contact NMU Public Safety at 906-227-2150 or PSPS@nmu.edu. For technical questions about text message alerts and phone compatibility, contact OTAir at 888-898-8247 or support@otair.com. You may also text HELP to 68247 at anytime to get the support information.

Emergency Text Alert Program Now Offered

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NMU now offers an instant text-messaging program to alert students, faculty and staff to on-campus emergencies. Members of the campus community may also register family members to receive the same alerts. Full story

Register to receive alerts
Frequently asked questions
For general system questions and issues with registration, contact NMU Public Safety at 906-227-2150 or PSPS@nmu.edu. For technical questions about text message alerts and phone compatibility, contact OTAir at 888-898-8247 or support@otair.com. You may also text HELP to 68247 at anytime to get the support information.

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	If you see a crime happening or know of illegal activity, you can provide information to Public Safety online at Anonymous Crime Tips. To learn more go to Crime Tips.
	In accordance with state and federal laws, it is mandatory that registered sex offenders taking classes, living or working at NMU report to NMU Public Safety. Michigan Sex Offender Website
	If you are visiting campus with a weapon and have a concealed weapon permit, you can register and store it at Public Safety and Police Services.

Alerts
Northern Michigan University is open and operating under normal conditions. Campus Emergency Alerts: No Alerts At This Time Homeland Security Threat Level

When There’s an Emergency
Dial 911 for the following types of emergencies: Police Assistance Fire Ambulance For NMU Health Center emergencies, call 906-227-2355. Learn more about NMU emergency guidelines. 5 things to know in case of emergency NMU’s Active Shooter Policy

When There’s an Emergency

Dial 911 for the following types of emergencies:

Police Assistance
Fire
Ambulance

For NMU Health Center emergencies, call 906-227-2355.

Learn more about NMU emergency guidelines.

Clery Act
The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal law that requires colleges and universities to disclose certain timely and annual information about campus crime and security policies, such as crime statistics, police activities reports and timely crime alert notices. NMU’s Clery Act compliance

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