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Emergency Notification System

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Welcome to SWOSU's enhanced emergency communication system powered by the Rave Mobile Safety platform! As part of our ongoing commitment to the safety and well-being of the SWOSU community, we are excited to introduce this cutting-edge solution. The implementation of the Rave Mobile Safety Platform marks an advancement in our ability to rapidly and effectively communicate crucial emergency messages that directly impact the safety and operations of SWOSU.

This platform not only ensures swift communication but also extends our reach across a variety of platforms in real-time. As we work towards full implementation, the Rave Mobile Safety Platform will play a pivotal role in keeping our stakeholders informed and secure. Your safety is our top priority, and with this new system, we are better equipped than ever to respond to emergencies promptly and comprehensively. Stay connected, stay informed – SWOSU is committed to safety with Rave Mobile Safety.

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RAVE Alert Implementation Plan 2024

To provide clear and comprehensive information to the SWOSU community, the key details of the Rave Mobile Safety implementation are below.

  1. Purpose and Importance:
  2. SWOSU is implementing the Rave Mobile Safety Platform to more quickly and more broadly communicate emergency messages that impact the safety and operations of SWOSU.
  3. Once fully implemented, the Rave Mobile Safety Platform will provide the ability to communicate on a broader number of platforms in real-time.
  4. Notification Methods:
  5. SWOSU’s implementation of Rave Mobile Safety will take place in two phases, and each phase will activate the following notification methods:
  6. Phase 1: SWOSU email addresses and student and employee cell phone numbers
  7. Phase 2: SWOSU-owned computers for desktop alerts, SWOSU’s supported social media platforms, the SWOSU website, digital signage, and other platforms. During phase two, SWOSU will also educate the campus community on the Rave Mobile Safety App and its features.
  8. Testing Schedule:
  9. All test messages from Rave Mobile Safety will start with the phrase: “TEST ALERT:”
  10. SWOSU will conduct phase 1 tests of the Rave Mobile Safety on the following dates:
  11. January 16, 2024, at Noon
  12. January 23, 2024, at Noon
  13. January 30, 2024, at Noon
  14. If you do not receive the test messages that will be sent on the schedule outlined above, please complete the form at this link: https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/4ef6222cd7bc4bfca3b84170592acd8d
  15. Types of Emergencies Covered:
  16. SWOSU will utilize the Rave Mobile Safety platform to send messages related to campus emergencies, lockdowns, weather closings, and severe weather alerts.
  17. Opt-In and Opt-Out Procedures:
  18. Given the importance of emergency alerts for campus operations and safety, all swosu.edu email addresses have been loaded into Rave Mobile Safety, and student and employee cell phone numbers previously used to receive verification text messages in SSO have been loaded into Rave Mobile Safety.
  19. This system will be a key element in SWOSU’s overall campus safety messaging and planning. SWOSU encourages all students, faculty, and staff to participate in receiving these critical messages. However, if you wish to opt out of receiving these messages on your cell phone, reply STOP to one of the text messages sent through Rave Mobile Safety.
  20. Training and Awareness:
  21. SWOSU Information Technology Services will have tables set up in the Bulldog Beanery and the SWOSU Bookstore during the first week of classes (1/16 to 1/19) from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. During these times, IT will answer questions about the new Rave Mobile Safety platform and can assist with enrolling students, faculty, and staff who did not receive the test messages.
  22. Accessibility Considerations:
  23. To ensure that SWOSU emergency alerts are accessible to the entire campus community, all messages will be sent as both written and voice alerts. Cell phones will receive both written text messages and voice alerts to user’s cell phone numbers. 
  24. Privacy and Data Security:
  25. SWOSU will only use the Rave Mobile Safety platform to send emergency alerts or messages regarding impacted campus operations.
  26. The Rave Mobile Safety platform will NOT be used for any marketing or promotional messaging.
  27. The following offices on campus currently have administrator access to the Rave Mobile Safety platform: Public Safety, Information Technology Services, and PR and Marketing.
  28. Contact Information for Support:
  29. Additional assistance can also be obtained by contacting:

SWOSU IT Helpdesk

Phone: 580-774-7070

Email: helpdesk@swosu.edu

To Submit a RAVE Ticket

Feedback Mechanism:

    • To provide feedback on SWOSU’s implementation of Rave Mobile Safety please contact:

Division of PR and Marketing

Phone: 580-774-3066

Email: info@swosu.edu