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,…
Two home invasions at off-campus residences on Church St. were reported to the Ann Arbor Police Department. At approximately 7:30 a.m. on March 31, 2022, Ann Arbor police responded to a call regarding a home invasion at an off-campus residence…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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?…
As St. Patrick’s Day approaches, we’d like to ensure everyone celebrates responsibly. Use these tips as a guide to help you safely navigate this year’s festivities. Have a plan for getting home safely If you’re planning on going to a…
After eight years of dedicated service to the University of Michigan community, K9 Tank has retired to become a full-time member of the Dunny family. From the start, Tank was a high-energy dog who excelled at everything he did. He…
Marlanna Landeross, DPSS Program Manager of DE&I and Student Programs For Marlanna Landeros, a conversation about Black History Month cannot take place without a personal focus to celebrate her parents: their legacy and the influence they have had on her…