Mohawk SAM is a service for all Mohawk students, staff and third parties (people who work on campus but are not employees of the College) who have a device that is equipped with text messaging (SMS).
Mohawk SAM’s primary role is to warn you when there is a direct threat to your safety on the Fennell or Stoney Creek campuses, such as a lockdown, campus evacuation or closure due to inclement weather. Once activated by Mohawk College Security, Mohawk SAM will send you a brief notification (typically, an SMS) alerting you to the type of situation taking place, and advising you on what actions you should take next.
To receive these notifications you will need to opt in and subscribe to Mohawk SAM. Please note that while Mohawk SAM is free, any phone calls, messages or text messages received or sent by your device are subject to standard usage rates, and delivery of these messages is dependent on delivery from your system provider.
How to Opt In for Students and Employees
Please visit MyMohawk to opt in and subscribe to the service.
How to Opt In for 3rd Party Mohawk SAM Subscription
Individuals within this group who wish to receive urgent alert notifications from Security Alert Messenger (SAM) need to subscribe to the service. To subscribe, please contact your manager for a username and password.
To update your profile, please visit the Mohawk SAM Login
Mohawk Safety App
Mohawk Safety App
Mohawk’s Safety app contains a wide set of resources to stay safe while on campus. These resources include quick access to emergency contacts, reporting crime tips, sexual assault resources, and a personal safety toolbox.
The app quickly connects users with security, police and Walk Smart. It also has a link to the Security Twitter feed, as well as college emergency procedures and policies. It’s available in the iTunes store, and Google Play store.
Contact Security
By Phone
Mohawk Security: 905-575-2003 or dial 55 from College phones
IAHS at McMaster Campus (McMaster Security): Please visit McMaster Security Services website
By Email
Office Locations
Fennell Campus: Room C103
Stoney Creek Campus: Room A110
IAHS Campus: Please visit McMaster Security Services website
Security Assistance Phones
There are assistance phones located throughout the interior and exterior of the Fennell and Stoney Creek campuses. These phones provide a quick one button connection to security, 24 hours a day.
Walk Smart
Are you on campus after dark?
Walk Smart is a free service provided at Fennell Campus for students, faculty and staff. The Walk Smart program runs Monday to Thursday from 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm.
Attendants are available Monday to Thursday from 6:00pm – 10:00pm during the Fall and Winter Semesters. Attendants work in teams of two or more people to walk students, staff or visitors to their cars, bus stops or houses in the surrounding community. For your convenience walks can be scheduled in advanced by email or phone. Walk Smart volunteers will come meet you at your location on campus.
The program operates with two leaders and a team of dedicated volunteers.
Are you Interested in Volunteering for Walk Smart?
Fill out the application form.
Request a Walk
By Phone: 905-575-2263
By Email: walksmart@mohawkcollege.ca
In Person: DBARC Front Desk, Fennell Campus
Online: Walk Request Form
To request a walk at the IAHS Campus – McMaster University visit Student Walk Home Attendant Team (SWHAT) (opens new window).
Special Events
Each year, our Walk Smart team prepares and hosts various themed events and awareness campaigns. Some of these include Campus Safety, Stress Awareness, and various holiday-themed events.
Look for our Walk Smart Crew in yellow sweaters around the College for giveaways, games and refreshments!