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…


DPSS sponsors U-Lock bike registration giveaway

To help our students protect their property, the Division of Public Safety and Security is raffling off 200 bicycle U-Locks. To enter to win, students must register their bicycle between Thursday, Aug. 23, and Friday, Sept. 7. You can register…



Off-Campus Armed Robbery

The Ann Arbor Police Department is investigating an armed robbery that occurred at BTB (810 S. State St.) on August 15 at around 3:15 a.m. The suspect entered an unlocked rear door, brandished a handgun and robbed the establishment. The suspect…


Mott patients “Shop with a Cop” for back-to-school supplies

While the back-to-school season is often an exciting time for children, it can become an overwhelming financial burden for families who have medical expenses to worry about. The University of Michigan Police Department (UMPD) and Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office (WSCO)…