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University Police

Our department is comprised of 10 sworn police officers and one support staff. Our primary purpose is to provide a safe and secure environment for the campus community as well as the general public.

University Police

As a police department, we are responsible for enforcing federal, state, and municipal laws as well as vehicle and traffic laws. We are also responsible for the enforcement of campus rules and regulations.

Our services are provided 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

Our Mission is to serve, protect, and be a vital contributor to the educational process. Operationally and philosophically, the University Police Department embraces the following:

Our Mission
  • The provision of quality law enforcement services to the campus community.

  • The recognition that law enforcement personnel are part of the educational process in the campus community as seen through their participation in academic and social life.

  • The maintenance of high standards for personal and professional ethics and protection of constitutional rights. Abuse of authority, corruption and misuse of force will not be tolerated.

  • The importance of consultations, teamwork and open discussions with campus constituencies on law enforcement and related safety matters.

  • The appreciation of diversity on campus and the necessity for thorough investigation of hate crimes.

  • The total commitment to community policing and problem solving.

Our Goal is to perform in a legal, moral, professional and humanistic manner, while exhibiting a high degree of sensitivity.

UNIVERSITY POLICE