Raising High with GWPD is a monthly newsletter to provide the GW community with updates from Chief Tate, Community Outreach Info, Upcoming Events, and a monthly Safety Tip.
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Hello GW! I hope everyone had a fantastic Thanksgiving break and enjoyed time with their loved ones. As the semester begins to wind down and you all transition into intense studying, I wish you all the best on your final exams; you got this!
GWPD....Better Than We Found It.
Upon my appointment as Police Chief, my goal was to transform GWPD by making significant changes, with community policing at the center of our focus. Through our initiatives, I have wanted to ensure that we are a partner, resource, and a symbol of trust within our community. We’ve ushered in the use of body-worn cameras, published our demographic stop data, and significantly changed how we interact with our community during first amendment demonstrations. We’ve been deliberate in our efforts to do more outreach. We’ve chosen to build bridges and make every effort to earn your trust because it’s the right thing to do! Thank you for giving us the opportunity!
Also, we are HIRING TWO STUDENTS interested in joining our team as Student Outreach Liaisons for the Spring 2023 semester. Students have been a tremendously valuable asset to the department this semester, and we want to continue to work in partnership in 2023. We’ll share details about the position and how to apply soon.
Before I go, I want to wish you all a Happy Holiday season and a Happy New Year; see you in 2023!
Raise High!
Chief Tate
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R.A.D. Basic Self-Defense Training
GWPD provides an opportunity to develop and enhance self-defense options using the Rape Aggression Defense (R.A.D.) training model for women. The R.A.D. basic physical defense course for women focuses on techniques in self-defense, highlights awareness, prevention, risk reduction, and avoidance. It includes lecture, discussion, and hands-on physical self-defense techniques.
The R.A.D training course is a total of 9 hours, conducted over (3) days. Each session is (3) hours with breaks. This is a “women-specific” training that will be gender specific to those that identify as women and is trans-inclusive.
Classes for those that identify as men will be offered at a future date.
https://safety.gwu.edu/training
Finals Season Recharge & Raise High with GWPD Dec 13th from 12-2 pm at 2145 G st.
GWPD is hosting Finals Season Recharge & Raise High at 2145 G St. from 12-2 pm to provide a “pick-me-up” for GW students as they prepare and begin final exams. GWPD officers will pass snacks from Panera Bread and drinks to help students recharge and raise high during finals season!
Coffee with the Chief Dec 15th, 1-3 pm
Coffee with the Chief allows students and the GWPD Police Chief, James Tate, to meet and discuss various subjects regarding public safety at GW, community building, events, partnerships, and more. These sessions are intended for students to meet with Chief Tate throughout the academic school year. To ensure that as many students as possible can speak with Chief Tate, Coffee with the Chief will take place on the third Thursday of every month from 1-3 pm. Students are allowed to sign-up for 15-minute meetings.
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This past month, GWPD hosted a second Raise High event on the Mount Vernon Campus Quad! Students gathered with officers over pizza, cider, music, and giveaways! A priority of GWPD has been to build community through these events. We appreciate every opportunity to connect with students and get to know each other. This event will be back in Spring 2023 on both campuses!
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Due to a recent string of thefts of bikes, e-bikes, and e-scooters, the George Washington Police Department has a few helpful safety tips to assist in the security of the aforementioned items.
Please note that any mention of the security items below are used or purchased at the risk of the owner. The items mentioned can help to secure your property but may not act as a sole preventive measure for the security of your item. A combination of methods, along with best practices, may be the best way to secure your property.
Best Lock for Electric Scooters
The best ways to prevent your electric bike from being stolen are: You should invest in high-quality bike locks, be aware of where you park your e-bike, and consider using a bike alarm system or GPS.
- Purchase a Lock
- U-Locks, Ring Lock, Scooter Chain Locks, D-Locks, Disc Lock, and Alarms
- Where Can I Chain My E-Bike/scooter
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Park in well-lit places whenever possible, and try not to leave it unattended outside too long, especially at night.
- What is an Alarm Lock? Add One to Your Arsenal!
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You can also purchase a lock that sets off an alarm if your e-bike is being handled or tampered with. If there are people around, this may alert someone who will stop the thief. If not, the alarm sound will hopefully scare off the thief.
- Install a Bike Tracker or GPS Device
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You can install a GPS device onto your e-bike/scooter so that, if it’s stolen, it can be tracked.
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