When Ohio University considers a crime that would pose an ongoing threat to students, employees and members of the Ohio University community, "Crime Alerts/Timely Warnings" are posted throughout campus. Alerts may be posted for the following crimes: arson, aggravated assault, burglary, criminal homicide, motor vehicle theft, robbery, and sex offenses. Crime alerts may also be posted for other crimes as deemed necessary.

If Ohio University were to issue an Emergency Alert in the event of a situation or phenomenon that has the potential to immediately impact the Ohio University community, it would be available at http://www.ohio.edu/emergency/.