Emergency Notifications & Preparedness
There may be rare occasions during an emergency situation when it is necessary to attempt to contact the entire university community in a timely manner. Emergency notification will be initiated by the
- Campus email system
- SMS text message (to cellular phone numbers provided by students as an emergency contact) using the "
FOXALERT " emergency alert system - "Runners"
Signing Up for FoxAlert
(Follow these instructions to update if your mobile number changes)
- Log in to your MyGeorgeFox account
- Click on the Profile Tile
- Click on Contact Details
- Add or adjust your cell phone number
- On the Phone Type pick list you must choose one of the Cell options.
- Type in your phone number and click Preferred to receive text alerts
Click Save. - This will add your phone to the text messaging on Foxalert.
Emergency Preparedness Kits
Creating a well-stocked emergency kit is essential for ensuring you're prepared for unexpected situations. Check out our recommendations for what should be in your kit: