Purpose and Overview
The Emergency Communications service at Miami University provides timely and critical notifications to the university community during emergencies, campus closures, and other urgent situations. Through multiple communication channels, Miami ensures that students, faculty, and staff stay informed and prepared.
Features and Benefits
Features:
- Multi-Channel Notifications: Alerts via text messages, email, desk phones, digital signage, campus cable TV, and social media.
- OmniAlert System: Provides emergency text messages and emails for immediate communication.
- Alertus Desktop Notifications: Full-screen emergency messages on university-owned computers.
- Nixle Integration: Community alerts in partnership with local law enforcement.
- Customizable Alerts: Users can manage their notification preferences.
Benefits:
- Immediate dissemination of critical information.
- Enhanced campus safety and emergency preparedness.
- Multi-platform coverage to ensure message reach.
- Integration with local emergency services for comprehensive coverage.
Service Boundaries and Constraints
- Emergency alerts are sent only for critical situations affecting campus safety and operations.
- Users are responsible for maintaining up-to-date contact preferences.
- Some notification channels may not be available in all campus locations.
Eligibility and Audience
This service is available to:
- Students: Receive alerts for campus-wide emergencies and closures.
- Faculty and Staff: Stay informed about incidents affecting campus operations.
- Parents and Community Members: Can opt-in to receive select alerts through Nixle.
Getting Started and Support
- Enroll in Emergency Alerts: Register or update your preferences for OmniAlert here.
- Stay Informed with Nixle: Sign up for local alerts at local.nixle.com.
- Learn About Alertus Exemptions: IT staff can request exemptions for certain devices here.
For assistance, visit miamioh.edu/itchat or contact IT Help at 513-529-7900