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Emergency Communication Systems

While many systems may be employed during an emergency, several are of particular importance for faculty, staff and students. Please note that depending on the nature of the emergency, some systems may not be deployed. In an emergency, you would be provided instructions and told to consult the University’s website for further information.
Emergency SystemsIn an emergency:
  
ut.eduThis is the primary source for emergency information. As new information becomes available, it will be posted at ut.edu/alert for safety alerts or ut.edu/weather for weather-related emergencies. Check it often.
SMART Text MessageStudents, faculty and staff with a mobile phone number in Workday are enrolled in SMART and will receive text messages.
Spartan SOSSpartan SOS is a free smartphone app that, once downloaded, seamlessly connects UT community members with the Department of Campus Safety. To learn more, watch the video. This app replaces antiquated blue light phone technology.
Desktop AlertFaculty and staff computers plugged into a wired connection and lab computers will display a message.
Classroom
Voice Message
Classroom and residence hall emergency telephones will ring. Answer the phone to hear a recorded message.
Global EmailA global email will be issued to faculty, staff and students regarding the emergency.
Global VoicemailA global voicemail will be issued to all faculty, staff and students regarding the emergency.
SpartanLearnA message will appear for all users.
Electronic
Display Boards
Display boards will indicate that there is a campus emergency.
Thor Guard Lightning Warning15-second horn blast means take cover. Three 5-second horn blasts mean all clear.
Social MediaMessages will be posted on:
Facebook – The University of Tampa
X - UofTampa
Public Address SystemsPA systems are utilized building-wide in all residence halls except the Barrymore Hotel.