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Local Law Enforcement Trained Together on Active Attacker Response

The University of Michigan Police Department (UMPD), Ann Arbor Fire Department (AAFD), and Ann Arbor Police Department (AAPD) collaborated to co-host a “High Risk Unified Commander” (HRUC) training course on Friday, August 12. Instructor Jim Etzin led this specialized training…


Police Training on June 1-2

The University of Michigan Police Department will be conducting training on June 1 and 2 between 6 a.m. to 4 p.m. within a fenced area at the Northwood III buildings. The training will consist of sworn police officers responding to…



DPSS is Participating in Autism Acceptance Month

In recognition of Autism Acceptance Month, the University of Michigan Division of Public Safety and Security (DPSS) will be participating in a couple of public events to help spread awareness and acceptance throughout our communities. Our UM-Flint officers will be…


DPSS to host FREE storm spotter training at U-M on April 22

The Division of Public Safety and Security (DPSS) in partnership with the Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office and the City of Ann Arbor Office of Emergency Management are hosting a National Weather Service (NWS) SKYWARN® Storm Spotter Training course on Friday,…


Sexual Assault Awareness Month

Sexual Assault Awareness Month began as a national campaign in 2001 by the National Sexual Violence Resource Center. Though social activism around the topic of sexual assault far predates 2001, the campaign has worked to educate others and advocate for…


UM Emergency Alert test conducted Wednesday, March 30

DPSS conducted a test of the UM Emergency Alert system today. If this had been an actual emergency, more information and updates would be posted on the DPSS website. The testing of the system is now complete.  About the UM…


UM Emergency Alert test scheduled for Wednesday, March 30

The University of Michigan Division of Public Safety and Security will test the UM Emergency Alert system on Wednesday, March 30 around noon. The test will be sent through all methods of the alert system, including the U-M Public Safety…


Thank You, Nike, for 9 Years of Service!

K9 Nike as a puppy K9 Nike served on the University of Michigan campus with Officer Sue Upton from 2014 until his retirement in January 2022.  Nike was Officer Sue Upton’s first K9 as a handler. She remembers the day…


Severe Weather Awareness Week

When preparing for potential severe weather like tornadoes, thunderstorms, and flooding, the most important thing you can do is have a plan. Ask yourself the following questions: how will I receive emergency alerts and warnings? What is my shelter plan?…