In an effort to address community concerns and promote transparency, DPSS released a new web page, on Thursday, July 2, that highlights its policies and training associated with the use of force. This new page is a valuable resource for…
To our community, First and foremost, I want to express my sincere condolences to the family of George Floyd. I stand with the millions of people, including fellow police officers, who have peacefully taken to the streets and raised their…
The rising unemployment population due to the COVID-19 pandemic is being exploited by international fraudsters that have been using stolen data to file and collect false unemployment claims. According to an alert issued by the Secret Service, it is estimated…
Each year, UMPD recognizes National Police Week — a week that is dedicated to the special recognition of law enforcement officers who have lost their lives in the line of duty for the safety and protection of others. In 2019,…
When the COVID-19 pandemic set in, the Staebler family wanted to find a way to give back to the community. Approximately 14,000 hand-cut gowns, 300 volunteers and 36 days later, saying that they found a way would be an understatement….
University of Michigan student employees contribute so much to the identity of our school by working across departments in many varied capacities. At DPSS, we thoroughly appreciate all that our students contribute. They are often the first point of contact…
April 12-18 is National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week! And we want to take a moment to highlight our hardworking U-M Division of Public Safety and Security (DPSS) dispatchers. The 911 dispatcher is often the unsung professional of the emergency response…
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…
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…
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…