With Monon Weekend quickly approaching, Public Safety has developed a plan to allow the student body to enjoy themselves with as little risk as possible.
Public Safety will be working with Campus Living and Community Development staff to plan and evaluate possible risks as many students will be both planning and attending events and parties. There will also be an increased staff presence over the weekend.
In addition to making sure that students are safe on campus, there will also be increased security measures at the game.
No one will have access to Blackstock Stadium or the parking lot before 9 a.m. Once DePauw fans arrive, they will be directed to the Hanna and Jackson Street entrance.
"We try very hard to separate fans and there will be a designated area for both sides in the parking lot and inside the game," said Angie Nally, director of Public Safety. "Please respect these security measures."
Once in the stadium, fans are encouraged to find a seat, a message that will be reinforced by security. Attendees should also note there will be no re-entry into the game. Once you've used your ticket to get into the stadium, you can't leave and return later.
Everyone attending the game and participating in the weekend's events are also reminded to secure their belongings and lock their doors. Any suspicious activity should be reported immediately.
Should a person need medical help at the game, a first aid station staffed by Putnam County Operation Life will be located at an ambulance near the main gain. In the event of an emergency due to severe weather or a public safety issue, the public service announcer at the game will give details about the emergency status and advise fans to exit the stadium.
Regardless of the outcome of the game, fans are expected to be respectful of both teams after the game has finished.
"At the end of the game it is exceptionally important that the fans allow the teams to say "good game," shake hands, etc.," Nally said. "Fans should not disrupt this and respect the athletes on the field. If a celebration is to occur on the field, the players are not to be disrespected in any way."
Despite the necessity of these safety measures, students are still invited to enjoy themselves and show school spirit.
"We encourage everyone to be good representatives of DePauw," Nally said. "The event is nationally televised. Be loud, be proud and cheer together for DePauw."