2018

Register for the fourth annual Purple Run

The University of Michigan Division of Public Safety and Security (DPSS), in partnership with the Washtenaw County Prosecutor’s Office, is hosting the fourth annual Purple Run, a 5k run/walk, October 27 on the University’s North Campus to benefit SafeHouse Center….


Brian Uridge named the new director of Michigan Medicine Security

The University of Michigan Division of Public Safety and Security (DPSS) is pleased to announce Brian Uridge as the new Michigan Medicine security director. “Brian has more than 28 years of experience and leadership in healthcare security services and law…


Missing Juvenile – UPDATE

UPDATE: Police have found Claire Blue safe. Thank you for your assistance in sharing the information and contacting the police. Claire Blue, a 12-year-old female, from Union City, Michigan, was last seen on October 16, 2018 at 1:20 p.m. in…


U-M 2017-18 Annual Security and Fire Safety Report available now

The University of Michigan Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (ASFSR) for 2017-2018 is now available. This comprehensive resource on campus safety is published each year by the Division of Public Safety and Security (DPSS) to provide the University community…


Four ways to prevent theft on campus

Larceny is among the most common crimes on a college campus. Luckily, it is also a crime that can be prevented if precautions are taken. Here are four ways you can prevent theft on campus. Never leave your items unattended…


DPSS hosts externship for WCCCD criminal justice students

Students from Wayne County Community College District (WCCCD) participated in the first day of their externship with the Division of Public Safety and Security on Saturday, Sept. 22 at the Michigan football game. The students learned about DPSS and received…


UM Emergency Alert test POSTPONED

UPDATE – Due to power issues impacting some portions of campus, today’s UM Emergency Alert test is postponed. DTE is addressing the issues and the test will be rescheduled for another date. Sept. 18, 2018 — The University of Michigan Division…



DPSS launches Facebook page to connect with the U-M community

The Division of Public Safety and Security is excited to announce the launch of its Facebook page! Based on community feedback, we’ve created the page to provide safety and security information and cultivate two-way communication with the community we serve….


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…