Category: Latest Updates

[12:44 p.m. on 11/29] This updates the Nov. 26 SMU Aware Advisory about Richard Agyemang, a non-affiliated individual previously issued a criminal trespass warning by UT Dallas Police for attempting to lure women into his vehicle.

University Park Police and SMU Police contacted Agyemang in the 5200 block of Fondren Ave. yesterday around 4:15 p.m. Officers issued Agyemang a criminal trespass warning, which bans him from being on University property.

If you see Agyemang on or near SMU property, contact SMU Police immediately at 214-768-3333.

Agyemang, who states he is homeless and lives in his car, is 39 years old, 6 feet tall, and weighs 165 lbs. He was last seen driving a gray 2018 Acura with Massachusetts license plate 3VTX41.

Safety Tips

• Do not get into a vehicle with a person you do not know.
• Request your ride share from indoors and avoid lingering outside.
• Share your trip with a trusted friend or family member so they know when you make it to your destination safely.
• Confirm that the car, license plate and driver information match your ride-share app before getting in.
• Trust your instincts, cancel the ride or walk away if you do not feel safe.
• Report suspicious activities or people trying to offer rides to the SMU Police Department at 214-768-3388.

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[10:22 a.m. on 11/26] On Tuesday, November 12, 2024, SMU Police responded to a report of a suspicious person near the SMU Intramural Field and escorted Richard Agyemang off campus after confirming he was not affiliated with the University. Yesterday, the University of Texas at Dallas Police informed SMU Police that Agyemang had been issued a criminal trespass warning there for attempting to lure women into his vehicle.

Safety Tips

• Do not get into a vehicle with a person you do not know.
• Request your ride share from indoors and avoid lingering outside.
• Share your trip with a trusted friend or family member so they know when you make it to your destination safely.
• Confirm that the car, license plate and driver information match your ride share app before getting in.
• Trust your instincts, cancel the ride or walk away if you do not feel safe.
• Report suspicious activities or people trying to offer rides to the SMU Police Department as 214-768-3388.

[2:40 p.m.] A tornado watch has been issued for most of North Texas until 9 p.m.

ABOUT THE OUTDOOR SIREN SYSTEM
The outdoor warning siren system on SMU’s campus is activated by the City of University Park in the event of tornados, high winds, or other emergencies. Learn More

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Current Conditions:

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Remember, there is a difference between a watch and a warning

On-campus residents who need additional information or support should contact an area desk at Virginia-Snider (214-768-2230) or Armstrong at (214-768-5062) or contact the on-call staff.

[5:03 p.m.] A flash flood warning has been issued for Dallas County until 6:00 p.m. Monday. Never attempt to drive through flooded areas—turn around instead. Keep headlights on, drive slowly to maintain control, and follow all local closures and alerts for your safety.

[2:36 p.m.] SMU Alert: A severe thunderstorm warning has been issued for Dallas County until 3:15 p.m. Be prepared to take shelter and monitor local conditions.

[11:01 a.m.] A Tornado Watch has been issued for parts of North Texas through 6 p.m. tonight.

ABOUT THE OUTDOOR SIREN SYSTEM
The outdoor warning siren system on SMU’s campus is activated by the City of University Park in the event of tornados, high winds, or other emergencies. Learn More

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Current Conditions:

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Remember, there is a difference between a watch and a warning

On-campus residents who need additional information or support should contact an area desk at Virginia-Snider (214-768-2230) or Armstrong at (214-768-5062) or contact the on-call staff.

Update 10/24 [8:46 a.m.] SMU Police have apprehended Jerrick D. Young, a former SMU contract employee. SMUPD arrested Young yesterday (Oct. 23) on a felony warrant for threatening violence against coworkers on campus.

Information about this case or any crime on campus may be reported by calling SMUPD at 214-768-3388 or anonymously through the Silent Witness Program at 214-SMU-2TIP, online at www.smu.edu/2TIP or by using the SMU Aware Safety App.

If you see something, say something. Report suspicious people or activities.

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[10/17/2024] SMU Police are searching for Jerrick D. Young, (38), a former SMU dining contract employee. Young made a series of phone calls today (Oct. 17) with specific threats of violence against other contract employees on campus. 

Young is being sought for making terroristic threats.  Warrants are pending for his arrest.

If you see Young, pictured below, do not attempt to contact him; notify SMU Police immediately at 214-768-3333.

Campus Awareness Tips

Please be aware of your surroundings and report any information you may have about this incident to SMU Police at 214-768-3333. Information also may be reported anonymously through the Police Department’s Silent Witness Program by calling 214-SMU-2TIP or online at www.smu.edu/2TIP.

October 14, 2024

Dear Students, Faculty and Staff,

October is National Pedestrian Safety Month, and focusing on pedestrian safety as we walk and drive around the Hilltop helps make campus safer for everyone. Please take a moment to review these important tips for both pedestrians and drivers.

Motorists

• Yield for pedestrians in crosswalks. They have the right of way.
• Obey traffic signs and signals. Be sure to come to a complete stop at stop signs.
• Watch your speed.
• Put the cell phone down and look out for pedestrians.
• Do not block crosswalks when you stop at intersections.
• Take extra care while driving around campus and the adjacent neighborhoods.
• Don’t drive impaired.

Pedestrians

• Obey traffic signs and signals.
• Avoid cell phone use and keep earbuds or headsets off so you can see and hear what is going on around you.
• Walk on sidewalks whenever they are available. If there is no sidewalk, walk facing traffic and as far from traffic as possible.
• Cross streets at crosswalks or intersections. Activate rapid flash beacons (RFBs) if the crosswalk has them. Look for cars in all directions, including those turning left or right.
• Try to make eye contact with drivers to ensure they notice your presence.
• Watch for cars entering or exiting driveways or backing up in parking areas.

Electric Scooters

Users of privately-owned electric scooters and other personal mobility devices must follow University policy, including the following:

• Obey traffic rules on campus, including stopping at stop lights and stop signs, and limit their speed to ten (10) miles per hour or less.
• Stay to the right on all roadways, pathways, and sidewalks.
• Yield to pedestrians in walkways and sidewalks and provide audible or hand signals when approaching or passing pedestrians.

Thank you for doing your part to help keep SMU a safe place to learn, live and work.

[6:38 p.m.] The following is an update to the SMU Warning sent earlier today. SMU Police have identified two individuals suspected of assault and burglary in connection with the earlier report from a student who reported being physically assaulted in their room on campus.

Arrest warrants have been issued for both subjects.

The victim believes that they were targeted in retaliation for a previous incident.

SMU Police thank the University community for providing quick information about the subjects.

If you have information about this case, contact SMU Police at 214-768-3333.

Campus Awareness Tips

Please be aware of your surroundings and report any information you may have about this incident to SMU Police at 214-768-3333. Information also may be reported anonymously through the Police Department’s Silent Witness Program by calling 214-SMU-2TIP or online at www.smu.edu/2TIP.

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SMU Warning: Assault Reported on Campus

[2:03 p.m.] SMU Police are asking for help identifying three people involved in an assault on a student that occurred in the Ware Residential Commons at approximately 12:30 a.m. on Sept. 20, 2024.

SMU Police do not believe there is an ongoing threat to the campus.

The victim reported to police that he was physically assaulted by three unknown males in his room. The victim believes that he was targeted in retaliation for a previous incident.

The suspects were described as white males in their early twenties. One subject was wearing a black ski mask with a white shirt and black pants, a second was wearing dark clothing and a third was wearing dark pants and a light-colored shirt.

Campus Awareness Tips

Please be aware of your surroundings and report any information you may have about this incident to SMU police at 214-768-3333. Information also may be reported anonymously through the Police Department’s Silent Witness Program by calling 214-SMU-2TIP or online at www.smu.edu/2TIP.

SMU is sending this Timely Warning in compliance with the federal campus safety law known as the Clery Act, to provide information that may help you protect yourself and to aid in the prevention of similar crimes.

Friday (9/6) messages

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Thursday (9/5) messages

[9:30 a.m.] Umphrey Lee will be closed Thursday and Friday (9/5-9/6). Classes relocated. Arnold and retail dining locations will be open. Click on the blue “Class Relocation Info” button for temporary classroom relocations.

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Wednesday (9/4) messages

[4:15 p.m.] Umphrey Lee will be closed Thursday (9/5). Classes relocated. Arnold and retail dining locations will be open. Check smu.edu/aware for details

[11:30 a.m.] Power is now restored in McFarlin Auditorium.

[10:18 a.m.] SMU Advisory- Classes in Lee relocated today (9/4). Students should check this website for the latest class info. Arnold and retail dining locations are open.

[9:50 a.m.] SMU Advisory – Crews responding to water intrusion at Umphrey Lee. Avoid the area. Classes in Lee relocated. Dining available at Arnold. More updates will be posted here soon.

[9:34 p.m.] Road Detour Notice to Access Airline Parking Center: Crews are completing repairs to the water main break near the Airline Parking Center. As a result, Airline Ct. will be closed near the intersection of Airline and Daniel beginning at 6 a.m. on Tuesday, August 20. Access to the Airline Parking Center will be available through the promenade off University Blvd., adjacent to the Dedman Life Sciences Building. SMU Police will be on-site to help direct traffic.

[4:40 p.m.] SMU Facilities is making progress on fixing the water main break. Campus buildings are returning to normal temperatures, and the supply of water has been restored in nearly all buildings. Campus operations, unless otherwise notified, are expected to proceed normally tomorrow, Tuesday, August 20.

If you experience issues in your area, please submit a STABLE order. Continue to monitor SMU Aware for updates.

[2:20 p.m.]

Dear SMU Community,

Due to a water main break on main campus and its impact on some buildings, SMU employees in a facility without water or functioning A/C may leave campus early and, where feasible, finish their workday remotely.

The student residential facilities appear not to be affected at this time. Dedman School of Law students and employees should follow directions from their Dean’s Office.

Our facilities team is actively working on the issue, and we will provide further updates as more information becomes available. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

SMU Aware

[2:15 p.m.] SMU Advisory: Update: Student residential facilities appear not to be affected by water main break on main campus. Officials will continue to monitor. More info here soon.

[12:58 p.m.] SMU Advisory- Update: Building cooling and hot water systems on main campus will be impacted.  More updates here soon

[12:40 p.m.] SMU Advisory – Crews are working to repair a water main break in the lower level of Airline Parking Center. The water supply on campus will be affected. Updates here soon.

[5:45 a.m.] Flash flood warning in place for the SMU area until 8 a.m. Please exercise caution while driving. Monitor local media.

[5:00 a.m.] Severe weather, seek shelter NOW. Get inside a building, away from windows. More info soon.

ABOUT THE OUTDOOR SIREN SYSTEM
The outdoor warning siren system on SMU’s campus is activated by the City of University Park in the event of tornados, high winds, or other emergencies. Learn More

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Current Conditions:

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Remember, there is a difference between a watch and a warning

On-campus residents who need additional information or support should contact an area desk at Virginia-Snider (214-768-2230) or Armstrong at (214-768-5062) or contact the on-call staff.

[8:01 p.m.] High water is receding. Bishop Blvd has reopened. Report flooding issues to SMU PD at 214-768-3388. Updates here as they become available.

[7:22 p.m.] Storms are causing flooding. Bishop Blvd is closed due to high water. Report weather concerns to SMU PD at 214-768-3388.

[6:53 p.m.] SMU Alert! Severe weather, seek shelter NOW. Get inside a building, away from windows. More info soon.

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Current Conditions:

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Remember, there is a difference between a watch and a warning

ABOUT THE OUTDOOR SIREN SYSTEM
The outdoor warning siren system on SMU’s campus is activated by the City of University Park in the event of tornados, high winds, or other emergencies. Learn More

On-campus residents who need additional information or support should contact an area desk at Virginia-Snider (214-768-2230) or Armstrong at (214-768-5062) or contact the on-call staff.