Skip to main content
Category: Community
Date: June 16, 2020

WSSU rolls out new campus safety app

WSSU News & Information

Rave Guardian is Winston-Salem State University’s official campus safety app for students, faculty, staff, and visitors. The app has many useful functions that will notify users of campus emergencies as well as anonymously report suspicious activity.

The Rave Guardian app can be downloaded for free from your Apple or Android device. Its many features allow users to perform the following:

  • Receive RamALERT Emergency Communications Emergency notifications will come through loud and clear, even if you don’t have a cell signal
  • Virtual Escort and Timer This feature will make sure that you never walk alone. Friends can track your progress to a specified location.
  • Emergency Call Button you can connect directly with WSSU Campus Police with the touch of a button
  • Report tips to WSSU Police & Public Safety Rave Guardian uses a two-way texting system that allows tips to be sent fully anonymously. You can discreetly include photos, videos, and locations

“The safety of our campus community is our first priority,” said Chief Amir Henry, “Time is our most valuable resource in emergency situations. We chose this product because it was one of the most efficient tools for us to notify or campus and to receive information about potential threats.” 

Visit the Rave Guardian webpage to learn more about features and uses.

Tags: Campus Life, Police

More News

WSSU chancellor highlights university’s impact at IBTF Celebrity Reception

The International Black Theatre Festival Celebrity Reception held July 26 at Winston-Salem State University was much more than a glamorous social event. It was defined by Chancellor Brown, who shared the excellence taking place on WSSU’s campus.

Read Moreabout WSSU chancellor highlights university’s impact at IBTF Celebrity Reception

WSSU Athletics unveils ‘Restore the Standard’ campaign at first of four coaches corner gatherings

WSSU Athletics kicked off its “Restore the Standard” Tour on July 7, giving alumni, donors and supporters an opportunity to hear directly from the coaches tasked with leading Rams athletics into its next era.

Read Moreabout WSSU Athletics unveils ‘Restore the Standard’ campaign at first of four coaches corner gatherings

Winston-Salem State University earns national recognition for preparing future elementary teachers in the science of reading

The undergraduate elementary teacher preparation program at Winston-Salem State University has earned an A+ from the National Council on Teacher Quality (NCTQ) for how well it prepares future educators to teach reading to elementary students.

Read Moreabout Winston-Salem State University earns national recognition for preparing future elementary teachers in the science of reading