Gameday Safety Q&A
The 2025 Michigan Wolverine season has arrived, and the Division of Public Safety and Security (DPSS) wants to make sure you’re able to cheer on the team while staying safe. Whether you’re a regular at the Big House or it’s…
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Things to keep in mind during Move-In Week
Move in week has started for the 2025-2026 school year, and the Division of Public Safety and Security wants to make sure the process goes as smoothly as possible for everyone. Whether you’re beginning your first semester on campus or…
U-M Emergency Alert 08/10 – CANCELED
Update #2: 2:33pm ALL CLEAR It is safe to resume regular activities. For more information, visit: dpss.umich.edu Update #1: 2:22pm Multiple downed live wires have been reported. Authorities are on the scene, and the public is asked to avoid the…
U-M Emergency Alert 08/05 – CANCELED
Update #3: 5:28 pm 1900 Fuller Rd Fuller Mitchell Field ALL CLEAR It is safe to resume regular activities. For more information, visit: dpss.umich.edu Update #2: Fire is out and scene is contained, however, continue to avoid area as the…
Beat the heat and stay safe
Summer is in full swing in Ann Arbor, and the National Weather Service has announced a hazardous weather outlook for Southeast Michigan due to the extreme heat levels. Whether working outside, exercising, or doing other outdoor activities, the Division of…
[Update] Reward Offered | Vandalism Reported at Nichols Arboretum Peony Garden
UPDATE 7/29/25: Reward Offered Click here for a PDF of the reward poster. ANN ARBOR, MI — At approximately 6:14 a.m. on June 1, 2025, the Nichols Arboretum staff reported an incident of malicious destruction of property (MDOP) at the…
Pedal with Caution: Staying Safe While Biking
As the weather warms up, more campus community members will be riding bicycles for their commutes or recreation. The University of Michigan proudly has campuses in three bicycle-friendly areas—Dearborn, Flint, and Ann Arbor. In fact, Ann Arbor was named one…
Graduation and Moving Out: End of the Year Safety Tips
As the semester winds down, another University of Michigan chapter will be ending, and many students will be leaving campus, either for the summer or as graduates. This means there will be more visitors around Ann Arbor, and activity happening…
Spring Game Safety Tips for Fans and Families
For the first time since December, football is set to be back at the Big House this weekend! The Annual Spring Game is set to take place on Saturday, April 19, 2025. Every spring, the event gives fans a chance…
U-M Emergency Alert Test Scheduled for Monday, April 14 2025
UPDATE: 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. Testing of the system is now complete. Please visit our…