Going to class with a stomach full of pancake batter is not advisable, but what’s one to do when Campus Police are encouraging it?
“I don’t care what it’s for,” said a man who would only identify himself as John, “I just want some fluffy, sweet pancakes, man.”
John joined hundreds of flapjack lovers in front of Sid Smith on Tuesday morning, as Campus Community Police kicked off Safety Awareness Week.
“It’s really about trying to educate and let people know we’re here as a support on campus,” said special constable Robert Michener.
Events this week aim to raise awareness about violent crime, studying late, theft and fire on campus.
“We want to let new students know about programs like Walk Smarter,” said special constable Noel Hall. The program encourages those walking alone at night to call for volunteers to walk with them.
It’s a program first-year grad student Zhijan Wang, who was just learning that we have our own police service, found reassuring.
“I feel safe on campus, but for walking late at night, especially girls, this is a great idea,” she said, unconcerned about the safety of her pancakes. They were, though highly caloric, safe by all accounts.
On Wednesday, some of those looking to stay in shape by riding their bikes around St. George were subject to a safety blitz.
Donations were collected for the United Way at the breakfast, as they will be at Friday’s main campus barbeque from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
