INTRODUCTION
We are very pleased to announce the implementation of a new emergency notification system, called UPennAlert, which will enable fast and efficient dissemination of critical information to members of the University community during a major emergency. The Virginia Tech tragedy and other events nationwide have demonstrated how vitally important it is for us to have an emergency notification system that can reach people wherever they are located.
UPennAlert will allow the University to send simultaneous alerts in minutes through text messaging, voicemail and email to numerous devices, such as cell phones, landline phones, fax machines and PDAs, and permits two-way communication between each recipient and the University. It provides our students, staff and faculty with an additional layer of security and protection in emergency response, in conjunction with our already well-established emergency communication methods, such as University-wide broadcast emails, online updates via the Penn homepage, coordinated use of public media outlets, and public address systems within all College Houses.
The effectiveness of this notification system depends upon individuals providing accurate and up-to-date personal contact information. We urge you to partner with the University in registering your cell phone number, as well as other emergency contact information, so that University officials can communicate with you wherever you happen to be.
MORE INFORMATION
Frequently Asked Questions
Faculty and Staff Directions
User Helpful Hints and FAQ's
UPennAlert Informational Flyer - August 2007
UPennAlert Press Releases
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Providing current information is the best way to ensure that you will be reached in the event of an emergency. Please take a few minutes now to register or update your contact information. All information is secure and confidential.
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