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CU �鶹ӰԺ’s Division of Public Safety offers the free, easy to use to all students, faculty and staff who sign up using a colorado.edu email address. 

All campus community members are strongly encouraged to download the latest version of the app, which features tools like a safety timer so friends or loved ones (called “guardians”) can monitor you if you’re walking, biking, running or scootering alone and call for help if you don’t reach your destination at the expected time.

Need more reasons to sign up? Read on!

What other features does the Guardian app provide?

Guardian app provides the user:

• A new method to receive  (and you can always bookmark the website and see the latest alerts there, too) 
• Access to campus support resources, including Counseling and Psychiatric Services (CAPS), Office of Victim Assistance (OVA) and the Faculty and Staff Assistance (FSAP) program
• Access to safety resource websites
• Quick, direct access to reach CU �鶹ӰԺ Police in emergency and non-emergency situations

How do I get the Guardian app? 

Guardian is available at the App Store or Google Play. Simply search for “Rave Guardian” and download the app to your mobile device. Then follow the instructions to complete the setup.  Be sure to use your colorado.edu email address and download the for full functionality. 

How does the safety timer feature work? 

When you start your trip in the app, your guardians will receive a text message with a link that shows your current location. You set a timer for the expected duration of your trip. It counts down as you travel. When you mark your trip as complete, your guardians will receive another text letting them know that you arrived safely.

If you don’t mark your trip as complete, your guardians will receive a text message showing your location. They can reach out to you to make sure that you are safe or contact local police to let them know you may be in trouble while providing your start point, destination and last location. 

Can I still call 911 if I need help during an emergency?

Yes. The app is optional and does not replace the ability for users to call 911 in an emergency or CU �鶹ӰԺ Police at 303-492-6666 in nonemergency situations. The CUPD dispatch center is open 24/7/365 to take calls and respond to incidents or concerns. 

Will I automatically be opted in, like I am for emailed emergency and safety alerts?

No. The Guardian mobile safety app is entirely voluntary. You will not be auto-enrolled. You need to download the app on your personal device to benefit from the safety features, resources and connections to public safety personnel. Please use your colorado.edu email address to gain access to the CU �鶹ӰԺ resources.