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SAFETY
The Auburn area is considered safe and secure. However, there are some precautions one may take to avoid dangerous and risky situations:
» Don’t visibly carry a large amount of cash or valuables, such as cameras, laptops and jewelry
» When going out at night, travel in groups rather than alone
» Don’t leave a party without a friend or with a stranger
» Don’t drink alcohol with someone you don’t know. Don’t drink alcohol if you are under the age of 21
» Tell your host family or friends where you are going and when you expect to return
» Never leave personal items unattended anywhere on campus
Call 911 for fire, police and ambulance in any emergency where there is a life-threatening situation. Campus Safety provides 24-hour service on the main campus and a Campus Safety
ride program.
TELEPHONE SERVICE
TRANSPORTATION
King County Metro provides bus service. There is
a 24-hour information line for bus fares scheduled times and routes. The Metro information number
is 206-553-3000 and the King County Trip Planner website is at tripplanner.kingcounty.gov. Students must have a valid driver’s license to drive in the United States. Each state issues its own driver’s license. An international driver’s license is valid for a limited time. For a list of driver’s license examining schools, see: www.dol.wa.gov and click on "get a driver license" Automobile insurance is required in Washington. Students must carry proof of insurance when they drive. Those who are stopped by the police might receive a ticket and a fine of up to $500 if they cannot prove they have auto insurance.
Advice for driving in the U.S.
» Lock your car and keep valuables out of sight
» Observe posted speed limits
» Report all accidents to the police; failure to do so is a crime
Always wear a seat belt. It’s a Washington state law and can protect you from serious injury in the unfortunate event of an accident! Airport shuttles are listed in the yellow pages of the phone book under “airport transportation.” Be sure to make
a reservation in advance. Door- to-door shuttle services include:
Emerald City Airport Shuttle 206-622-5500 Shuttle Express 425-981-7000
TRAVEL
International students may travel anywhere in the United States. Students who are planning to travel outside the U.S. should ensure an advisor has signed the second page of their I-20. International Programs strongly advise international students to carry their I-20 and passport when traveling outside of Washington state.
Domestic telephone companies provide local telephone services and long-distance companies provide national and international services. Students must arrange their own local and long- distance service, unless they are living in the Campus Corner Apartments, which provides a local phone plan. For local telephone service contact Lumen at 800-860-1020. Students who share long distance service with roommates should ensure everyone understands how the bill is to be paid. Calling cards come in two types: the first acts like
a credit card, and bills are sent each month for all calls made with this card. The other is a pre-paid calling card and may be purchased at the Paper Tree on campus, at stores such as Target, Kmart and Walmart and at local post offices. These cards come in various amounts ($5, $10, $25, and so on). In either case, make sure the rates or cost per minute of the card is understood.
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