Students’ safety and security on university campuses a case study of the university of education, Winneba

Abstract

The study sought to investigate safety and security of students of the University of Education (UEW), Winneba. The study was grounded in the Rountine Activity Theory by Cohen and Felson (1979), and the Crime Pattern Theory by Brantigham and Brantigham (2005). The study adopted the quantitative approach by employing a descriptive survey design with a sample population of 421. The researcher utilized a structured students campus safety and survey questionnaire to gather data. Data was analyzed using means, and standard deviation. It was revealed that violent action by student’ was a major cause of insecurity, rape and sexual harassment. With respect to the causes, hard drugs usage was also revealed as a cause of insecurity on campus, others such as bullying of students, poor illumination at certain areas, corruption and poverty are also some of the causes. Some of the recommendations given were that measures must be put in place to help curb the menace. Areas with poor illuminations must be illuminated; strident punishment must be given to those who do drugs as well as any other negative attitude exhibit by any student, lecturer or staff. When these measures are implemented properly students will be able to go about their academic activities without any form of fear since their security will be assured.