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Sexual Assault Awareness Month during the COVID-19 pandemic

Each year the month of April is dedicated to raising awareness about sexual violence around the world and educating communities on how to prevent it. This year’s observance is taking place during an unprecedented time for many of us. While…


Tips for Severe Weather Threats During COVID-19

Due to local community spread of COVID-19, choosing shelter locations, and sheltering in place may present unforeseen challenges during a severe weather event such as a tornado. To mitigate the risk of COVID-19 to the campus community, U-M building access…


DPSS Celebrates Women’s History Month

March is Women’s History Month! To celebrate, DPSS is highlighting trailblazer Sgt. Janet Martin-Conners, U-M’s first female police officer.  When U-M deputized its first police officers in 1990, Janet Martin-Conners was its first and only female police officer. The next…


Welcome to Michigan Medicine Leo!

Michigan Medicine has a new four-legged staff member on duty!  We’re excited to introduce K9 Leo! Leo will be working to bring an additional layer of security and comfort to our Michigan Medicine community.  Leo serves two primary roles at…



COVID-19 UPDATES

University of Michigan health professionals have been closely monitoring the spread of COVID-19 over the past two months. Our goals are to deliver on our mission while protecting health and safety by minimizing the potential spread of the disease, both…


Spring Break Safety Tips

Congratulations on making it to the halfway point of the winter semester! Before you begin your break, here are some tips and reminders to help ensure your safety. Alcohol Safety If you choose to drink during spring break, here are a…


DPSS to host storm spotter training on March 10

The Division of Public Safety and Security (DPSS), in partnership with the Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office, is hosting a National Weather Service (NWS) SKYWARN® Storm Spotter Training course on Tuesday, March 10, 2020, at the U-M Campus Safety Services Building…


9 safety tips for using dating apps

It’s almost Valentine’s Day! If you are one of the many people swiping their way to a date, be sure to follow these safety tips.  When Connecting Online Do not give out personal information to someone you have not met….


DPSS Dispatch Services not affected by statewide 911 outage

Update 8:26 a.m. – The 911 outage across the state has been restored. The Division of Public Safety and Security (DPSS) Dispatch Services are not affected by the statewide 911 outage at this time. If you are unable to reach…