Directions: In part A we are interested in precautions that NIUwomen take at all times. In part B we are interested in your views as to the pervasiveness of crimes on our campus. In your answers, please be objective and honest so that we may learn from you how women cope with crime against them on this campus.

Please read each question carefully and respond appropriately.

A. Safety Behaviors (Please circle your answers)

1. I always carry a safety device (i.e. pepper spray) on my person. No Yes

2. I always call my roommates/parents if I will be late. No Yes

3. I always check the back seat of my car to see if an intruder is hiding there. No Yes

4. I always take the Huskie bus at night for safety. No Yes

5. I always check behind the door before opening it. No Yes

6. I always look around while I am walking to know exactly who is around me. No Yes

7. I always avoid dark places at night. No Yes

8. I always walk on lighted sidewalks rather than dark places. No Yes

9. I always avoid walking toward groups of people. No Yes

10. I always avoid speaking to strangers. No Yes

B. Safety Concerns (Please circle your answer)

1. How concerned are you of being assaulted on campus?

Not concerned at all 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Very concerned

2. How common are assaults on this campus?

Very rare 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Very common

3. How concerned are you of being burglarized?

Not concerned at all 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Extremely concerned

4. How often do burglaries occur on this campus?

Very rare 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Very common

5. Have you ever been physically assaulted?

Yes No

6. Do you know of someone who has been physically

assaulted on this campus?

Yes No

7. How long have you lived at NIU?

_____ years

8. Do you live in a(n)

Apartment Dorm Sorority Other ________________

9. What is your class standing?

Freshman Sophmore Junior Senior Graduate Student At Large

Other______________________________________