DW Alert vs WAKE SAFE

The DW Alert app connects students in an emergency to campus safety, 911 or local safety services off campus. Students can also designate emergency contacts for help in an emergency event as well.

WAKE SAFE is the official safety app of Wake Forest University. It is the only app that integrates with Wake Forest University's safety and security systems. WFU Police has worked to develop a unique app that provides students, faculty and staff with added safety on the Wake Forest University campus. The app will send you important safety alerts and provide instant access to campus safety resources. WAKE SAFE features include: - Emergency Contacts: Contact the correct services for the Wake Forest University area in case of an emergency or a non-emergency concern - Mobile Bluelight: Send your location to Wake Forest University Police in real-time in case of a crisis - Friend Walk: Send your location to a friend through email or SMS on your device. Once the friend accepts the Friend Walk request, the user picks their destination and their friend tracks their location in real time; they can keep an eye on them to make sure they make it safely to their destination. - Report a Tip: Multiple ways to report a safety/security concern directly to Wake Forest University Police. - Safety Toolbox: Enhance your safety with the set of tools provided in one convenient app. - Chat with WFU Police: Communicate live with safety staff at Wake Forest University via chat. - Notification History: Find previous Push Notifications for this app with the date and time. - Share Map with your Location: Send your location to a friend by sending them a map of your position. - I’m OK!: Send your location and a message indicating that “You’re OK” to a recipient of your choosing. - Campus Maps - Campus Map: Navigate around the Wake Forest University area. - Call Box Map: Find call boxes on campus. - Live Shuttle Map: See the real-time location of shuttle vehicles. - Emergency Actions: Campus emergency documentation that can prepare you for disasters or emergencies. This can be accessed even when users aren’t connected to Wi-Fi or cellular data. - Support Resources: Access support resources in one convenient app to enjoy a successful experience at Wake Forest University. - Safety Notifications: Receive instant notifications and instructions from Wake Forest University Police when on-campus emergencies occur. Download today to ensure you’re prepared in the event of an emergency.