DPSS launches a redesigned website

Staying safe on campus just got easier as the Division of Public Safety and Security (DPSS) launched a new website. The new website offers improved navigation and functionality, so visitors to the site easily can access safety and security information…


Test of UM Emergency Alert system conducted Nov. 3

A regular semester test of the UM Emergency Alert system was conducted on Friday, November 3 at 12:00 PM. If this had been an actual emergency, more information and incident updates would be posted here (www.dpss.umich.edu) as information becomes available. …


Halloween Safety Tips

Who says celebrating Halloween and dressing up are just for kids? Halloween is arguably one of the most popular holidays of the year for millennials. We want all of our U-M community to be safe and have fun this weekend,…


Higher participation, more funds raised during the 2017 Purple Run

The University of Michigan Police Department (UMPD), in partnership with the Washtenaw County Prosecutor’s Office, hosted the third annual Purple Run, a 5k run/walk, October 21 on the university’s North Campus. More than 260 people participated and the event raised more…


AAPD Seeks to ID Suspects, Offers Reward

Oct. 4, 2017 – UPDATE – A $2,000 reward now is being offered for information leading to the arrest and conviction of those responsible for the vandalism. Sept. 28, 2017 – The Ann Arbor Police Department is seeking information to…



Sign Up for Purple Run to Support Survivors of Domestic Violence

Sept. 27, 2017 – Domestic violence is an issue that can affect anyone—and the University of Michigan community is no exception. To highlight October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month and raise funds for the SafeHouse Center, the U-M Police Department (UMPD), in partnership with the Washtenaw County Prosecutor’s Office, will host the third annual Purple Run, a 5k run/walk taking place Oct. 21 near the Duderstadt Center on U-M’s North Campus.



Welcome Home New and Returning Students!

Aug. 28, 2017 – The Division of Public Safety and Security is excited to welcome our students, new and returning, back to campus! As you get settled in, here are a few reminders and tips to help get you off…