University of Michigan student employees contribute so much to the identity of our school by working across departments in many varied capacities. At DPSS, we thoroughly appreciate all that our students contribute. They are often the first point of contact…

April 12-18 is National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week! And we want to take a moment to highlight our hardworking U-M Division of Public Safety and Security (DPSS) dispatchers. The 911 dispatcher is often the unsung professional of the emergency response…

Each year the month of April is dedicated to raising awareness about sexual violence around the world and educating communities on how to prevent it. This year’s observance is taking place during an unprecedented time for many of us. While…

Due to local community spread of COVID-19, choosing shelter locations, and sheltering in place may present unforeseen challenges during a severe weather event such as a tornado. To mitigate the risk of COVID-19 to the campus community, U-M building access…

March is Women’s History Month! To celebrate, DPSS is highlighting trailblazer Sgt. Janet Martin-Conners, U-M’s first female police officer.  When U-M deputized its first police officers in 1990, Janet Martin-Conners was its first and only female police officer. The next…

Michigan Medicine has a new four-legged staff member on duty!  We’re excited to introduce K9 Leo! Leo will be working to bring an additional layer of security and comfort to our Michigan Medicine community.  Leo serves two primary roles at…