Lion Alert 360 App
The Lion Alert 360 App is an essential safety tool to have on your phone. The app has many safety features, such as, Mobile Bluelight, Virtual Walkhome, Friend Walk, Report a Tip and SNAP Escort. The app also has many resources available at your fingertips!
Download the app today and make sure to turn on notifications and location services to get the full functionality of the app.
- Use images below to scan or click on QR codes for you appropriate store to download.
- Enable app from homescreen by selecting "Log In with UNA Username & Password" (only required at initial set up).
- Guest should use "Guest Sign In".
- Log In with your UNA credentials and allow Duo Push. Once Complete, select "Continue" to go to the home screen.
- Make sure you turn on notifications and location services to get full functionality of Lion Alert 360 app features.
- To receive emergency notifications (Lion Alerts) through the app, go to "About/Preferences" > "Notification Settings" to make sure your Push Notifications are Enabled.
This feature serves as a Panic Button to be used in emergency situations. When triggered, it will simultaneously send your device's location to and connect with a dispatcher to notify UPD. They will receive your location in real-time and talk to you on the phone.
Please note: Your device must have calling capabilities and location services to use this feature.
Virtual Walkhome lets 911 dispatchers monitor your walk on campus and surrounding areas to make sure you arrive safely.
UNA's Virtual Walkhome operates within a 9 mile radius of the center of campus and is only operable with this set geofence. This area covers all of main campus, East Campus, Softball complex at Cox Creek Parkway, Collins Building, downtown, and all of Florence.
Here's how it works:
- You will select your destination right at the start of your walk, ensuring every event has a destination and an estimated trip duration.
- You can begin your walk instantly.
- If your journey takes longer than initially expected, you can easily add time to your ongoing walk in 1 or 5-minute increments, up to a maximum of 2 hours.
- If you need assistance at any time, simply tap "Emergency" to trigger a panic alert, which will instantly notify dispatch and open your phone's call dialer to call 911.
- When you reach your destination, tap "Finish Tracking".
This feature will send your location in real-time to a friend so they can watch you as you walk to your destination! They'll watch you and can trigger a call to emergency services if necessary.
Watch this quick video to learn more about Friend Walk.
Here's how it works:
- Tap the button below and pick a contact to send your location.
- Your friend will receive the message with a link. When they click it, they'll be taken to a map with your location and you'll be connected to them. If you want to cancel your request, simply return to the main menu.
- Pick your destination and start moving.
- If you're in a panic, hit the button to notify your friend and start an emergency call.
- If you or your friend disconnects, it will end the walk and give you the option to make an emergency call (just in case!).
- When you reach your destination, finish your trip and disconnect.
This feature is used to report any suspicious or criminal activity you observe on UNA property. For emergency situations, alway dial 911.
SEE SOMETHING, SAY SOMETHING!
There are 3 ways to report to UNA Police!
- Submit an "In-App Crime Tip" within the app. This will pull up a report for you to complete with as many details as possible. It will also allow you to report anonymously if you prefer. Once submitted, UNA Police will have our investigator review the report and contact you if you prefer.
- Text (SMS) a Tip. This will initiate a text message directly to an on-duty UPD officer. They will respond to you as soon as possible depending on emergency call volume.
- Call to Tip. This will initiate a call directly to an on-duty UPD officer. Call acceptance will depend on officers availability due to other emergency calls. If your call is not answered, please leave a detailed message with as much information as possible (suspect description, type of activity observed, location, time, etc.)
SNAP Escort - provides quick access to information about our SNAP Program (Student Nighttime Auxiliary Program) for safe escorts on campus and a direct call for services (select Option #5).
Emergency Contacts - Direct links to contact UPD.
Safety Tool Box - access to the following features:
- Police Webpage
- I'm Okay - Allows you to send a message to family/friends in an emergency situation and let them know you're okay.
- Share This App - allows you to do just that....share the app with others!
- UNA Lion Alert - directs you to the Lion Alert webpage for easy access to the Lion Alert system to allow you to update phone numbers and emails to receive Lion Alerts!
- Weather - directs you to NWS "Weather Channel" for current weather in your area. And, a link is provided to UNA's Weather Threat Levels to help you understand how weather alerts
