Emergency Resources:
Emergency Directory
- Campus Police and Security Emergency: (740) 351-3232
- Campus police and Security Non-emergency (740) 351-3243
- Fire/Police/Ambulance: Dial 911
- Sexual Assault: Dial 911
- Poison Control: 1-800-222-1222
- Suicide or Crisis Prevention Hotline: (740) 354-1010
Community Resources
- Portsmouth Police Department: (740) 353-4101
- Scioto County Sheriff: (740) 354-7566
- Scioto County Emergency Management Agency: (740) 353-2014
- American Red Cross - Ohio River Valley Chapter: (740) 354-3293
- Southern Ohio Task Force on Domestic Violence: (740) 456-8217
or 800-570-1819
State and Federal Resources
- Ohio State Highway Patrol: (740) 354-2888 or 1-877-772-8765
- Weather Information and Road Conditions, Ohio: 1-888-264-7623
- Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI): (740) 354-5645
SSU Campus Security Services
- Escort Service
- View all Public Safety Services
SSU Active Shooter Guidelines
- Brochure (PDF)
SSU Critical Incident Information
- SSU Alerts: Sign up for deliver of to your phone or email. Log into MySSU, go to Student or Employee Tab, click SSU Alert and enter contact information.
Emergency Information:
Campus Crime Alerts
View current and past Crime Alerts issued for the campus community.
Campus Emergency Procedures
Emergency Procedures (PDF)
What to do During an Emergency Situation
- Remain calm and offer assistance as needed
- Call the Campus Police and Security emergency number at (740) 351-3232
- Evacuate buildings upon a fire alarm or by request from authorities
- Shelter in place upon hearing a campus siren or seeing activation of an emergency notification device
- Know the location of at least two emergency exits closest to your living, classroom or working areas
What NOT to do During an Emergency Situation
- In order to keep lines open, do not use the telephone except to report an emergency
- Do not use an elevator
- Do not jeopardize your life and the lives of others by attempting to save property or personal possessions.