Emergency Notification Signup for Students
U of A Alerts by SMS, email
U of A Alerts is a combination of communication methods to alert you should an emergency incident happen on campus. It also provides information updates to keep you informed until the incident is resolved. In addition to more familiar methods such as building alarms and special updates on the U of A website, U of A Alerts can also send emergency messages by email and text device.
If you are a student, you can receive messages on your mobile text messaging device -- if you provide your number.
How it works
If a major emergency incident happens at the University, Campus Security Services will quickly issue a message using the U of A Alerts system. The message will include information about what is happening, where it is happening, and what you should do for your own safety and the safety of others. Messages will be distributed using a variety of communication means. The system will only be used for major emergencies on campus (and periodic testing) and will not be used to send other messages.
Students: sign up now
You must “opt in” to receive text alerts.
To receive emergency alerts on your mobile device you must provide the device’s number. You can enter it in Bear Tracks:
1. Sign in to Bear Tracks
2. Select the “Personal Information” link
3. Select “Phone Numbers”
4. Select “Add a phone number”
5. Under “Phone Type,” select “Mobile”
6. Enter the phone number of your device
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