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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…

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…

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…

With the return of students to campus and much more outdoor activity on and around our campuses, the Department of Public Safety reminds everyone how to safely navigate the area…

Since the fall, four University students have reported attempted or completed blackmail situations through a targeted social media scam.

The Department of Public Safety is sponsoring a children’s book drive in March to benefit the Mt. Hope Family Center, which provides services to the Greater Rochester Community by treating children…

While at Rochester we hope that you will not be contacted by someone attempting to scam or defraud you. As is true anywhere, there are people out there who will attempt to take advantage of individuals by pretending to be someone they are not, but with a little knowledge, you can learn how to identify a scam and avoid falling victim to the scheme.

Food drive to benefit the University of Rochester River Campus Food Pantry Donation event sponsored by the Department of Public Safety All non-perishable food donations will be accepted from January…

The University of Rochester Department of Public Safety’s annual donation event to benefit Willow Domestic Violence Center of Greater Rochester was a huge success. Officers delivered a tremendous amount of…

Having a safe and fun time during Halloween is easy if you have strategies to prevent anything from turning spooky or scary. Go with a friend It’s always safer to…