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.