DPS unveils new look for non-sworn officers
Members of the University community will notice a new, less formal look to non-sworn Department of Public Safety officers. Rather than traditional police-style uniforms, these officers will wear easily recognizable…
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Help support the Center for Youth
The University of Rochester Department of Public Safety will be collecting items for the Center for Youth. Some of the high-need items include: Personal hygiene products (shampoo, conditioner, lotion, body…
Increase in car thefts
Over the past several days, the Department of Public Safety has seen an increase in instances of vandalism and thefts of items from vehicles, as well as actual thefts of Kia and Hyundai vehicles. DPS is providing extra attention to the University’s indoor and outdoor parking areas on all campuses to help prevent these incidents from becoming a larger concern.
Willow Domestic Violence Center: Donation event 2023
An annual event hosted by the Department of Public Safety in partnership with the University community.
DPS offers tips, resources to stay safe and reduce risk
Now that fall has arrived and it’s becoming darker earlier in the evening, the Department of Public Safety (DPS) is reminding all community members to practice personal safety habits when…
Message from Interim Chief Gerald Pickering
Welcome! The University of Rochester is deeply committed to protecting the safety and security of everyone in our campus community. The University is secured 24/7 by highly trained Department of…
Rochester Education Foundation book drive
The Department of Public Safety (DPS) is hosting its annual Book Drive from May 1st through June 2nd this year to benefit the Rochester Education Foundation (REF). REF is a…
Food drive for Eastman Campus food pantry
All non-perishable food donations will be received until March 31. Donation locations: Medical Center DPS Crime Prevention Office – Room G-6009 Strong Memorial Hospital – Main lobby Larry and Cindy…
Holiday Drive for Two Community Organizations
The Department of Public Safety (DPS) is hosting a Holiday Giving initiative this month to benefit the Bivona Child Advocacy Center and the Rochester International Academy. “We decided to add…