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A college student is walking alone on campus late at night and feels uneasy, suspecting they are being followed. Which of the following is the most appropriate initial action leveraging typical campus safety resources?

A Immediately call 911, as this is always the first step for any feeling of danger.
B Locate and activate a campus 'blue light' emergency phone or call the campus's non-emergency safety escort service.
C Text a friend to meet them immediately at their dorm entrance for safety.
D Confront the person directly to ask why they are following, to deter them.

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

Campus 'blue light' phones connect directly to campus security, and escort services provide safe passage. These are designed for immediate, non-life-threatening safety concerns on campus, offering direct access to trained personnel.

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