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<p>Mandatory on-campus housing for first year students. I was also new to the area so I wanted as much information as I could about local crime conditions and street gangs. I ended up buying a wardrobe from Wal-Mart and grew out a beard to blend in. </p>
<p>I see that the OP will have a room. When I was in that situation I got a wireless alarm installed on the door and a door brace that can withstand 1775 Lbs of force.</p>
<p>I also got a fire escape rope ladder rated at 1000 Lbs in case someone tried to attack the apartment. The ladder was intended for a last resort escape through the window.</p>