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University Police & Public Safety

We serve and protect our community with respect, professionalism, and accountability while striving for excellence.

Recent News

University Police and Public Safety to hold open house on Dec. 6

Penn State University Police and Public Safety will hold an open house for all students, faculty and staff from 3 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 6, at its newly renovated offices in Suite 104 of University Support Building I at University Park.
Penn State University Police welcomes new K-9 officers Bo and Zain

Penn State University Police welcomes new K-9 officers Bo and Zain

Penn State University Police and Public Safety has added two new K-9 officers — German shepherds Bo and Zain — to its K-9 unit, enhancing the force’s ability to detect explosives, collect evidence and support the efforts of University Police in keeping the Penn State community safe. 

Nationwide FEMA Emergency Alerts testing to take place on Oct. 4

The Federal Emergency Management Agency, in coordination with the Federal Communications Commission, will conduct a nationwide test of the Emergency Alert System and Wireless Emergency Alerts at approximately 2:20 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 4.
University Police and Public Safety announces 2023 Community Survey

University Police and Public Safety announces 2023 Community Survey

Penn State University Police and Public Safety will be conducting a confidential University-wide survey to gain a better understanding of attitudes and opinions related to policing, public safety, programs and services, and overall campus safety at Penn State.
Penn State Police to host 'Coffee with a Cop' events across Pennsylvania Oct. 4

Penn State Police to host 'Coffee with a Cop' events across Pennsylvania Oct. 4

National Coffee with a Cop Day is Wednesday, Oct. 4, and Penn State police officers are celebrating by giving away coffee and snacks at Penn State’s 22 campuses across Pennsylvania.
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Transparency and Accountability

Transparency and Accountability Initiative

To further an environment of trust and legitimacy between police and the community, University Police and Public Safety (UPPS) has developed the Transparency and Accountability Initiative.

Click here to learn more about our police unit and demonstrates our ongoing commitment to transparency and accountability.