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Welcome to Michigan!

The Division of Public Safety and Security is thrilled to welcome our new and returning students to campus! Now that you’re moved in and ready to begin another exciting, safe year at the University of Michigan, we have a few…


DPSS sponsors U-Lock bike registration giveaway

To help our students protect their property, the Division of Public Safety and Security is raffling off 200 bicycle U-Locks. To enter to win, students must register their bicycle between Thursday, Aug. 23, and Friday, Sept. 7. You can register…



Mott patients “Shop with a Cop” for back-to-school supplies

While the back-to-school season is often an exciting time for children, it can become an overwhelming financial burden for families who have medical expenses to worry about. The University of Michigan Police Department (UMPD) and Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office (WSCO)…


Buffalo Wild Wings fundraiser for Shop with a Cop – Mott

On Wednesday, August 1, Buffalo Wild Wings (205 South State Street location) is donating 20% of proceeds to the Shop with a Cop – Back to School Event! Present the certificate below at the time of your dine-in or carry-out…


UMPD arrests bike larceny suspect

The University of Michigan Police Department arrested a 17-year-old for bike larceny on campus Thursday, July 19. A UMPD officer observed the suspect riding a bike, which was reported as stolen to UMPD the day before. Officers also recovered two…




University of Michigan Police Department to deploy Tasers

As an additional measure to maintaining safety on the Ann Arbor campus, University of Michigan Police Department officers will now carry electronic control devices (ECDs), also known as Tasers, effective July 1. The devices, commonly carried by police officers nationwide,…


UMPD seeks owners of stolen bicycles after two suspects arrested

After receiving reports of bicycle theft, a University of Michigan Police Department investigation ultimately led to the arrest of two adults for bicycle larceny. On May 19, 2018, officers recovered three confirmed stolen bicycles as well as five suspected stolen…