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Cornell University

Health & Safety

Cornell University and the City of Ithaca offer many resources to students living off-campus, including information about personal health and safety, securing personal property, tips for avoiding problem situations and instructions for reporting problems. 

Campus & Community Services Contact Information 

City of Ithaca Police Department(link is external) (home security tips, pedestrian safety, IPD tipline) (607) 274-6508 

Cornell Police (non-emergency) (crime reporting, traffic, fire, safety, campus services and policies) (607) 255-1111 

Cornell Health (services, access to care, Top 10 Health topics, flu emergency information) (607) 255-5155 

Cornell University Dean of Students: Student Support Counseling & Advocacy 

US Consumer Product Safety Commission(link is external) (Home Fire Safety Checklist) 

Ithaca City Building Department(link is external) (explanation of duties and services of the department and Ithaca rental requirements) (607) 274-6508