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Request a free, safe ride home between 10 p.m. and 5 a.m. This service is available to all UI students, faculty, and staff.

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Use the free campus safety app to set a safety timer, text anonymous tips to police, and call for help with the touch of a button.

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Register your Bike

Registering your bike with Bike Index is free and voluntary. It creates a record of ownership, and may help us return it to you if it is stolen.

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News

Arrest made following April 4 Hawk Alert

Tuesday, May 14, 2024
As a result of an investigation into the report of a person carrying a knife near the intersection of North Dubuque and Jefferson streets on April 4, 2024, Iowa City Police have made on arrest.

Crime Alert: Robbery

Wednesday, May 8, 2024
In the interest of campus safety, we want everyone to be aware that the University of Iowa Police Department is investigating a report of a robbery that occurred at 300 N. Capitol St., on Monday, May 6, at approximately 9:45 p.m.

Update: Cause of Iowa Raptor Project Fire remains undetermined

Wednesday, May 8, 2024
Because the fire had completely consumed the four impacted mews (a type of enclosure) when the first fire department arrived on scene, investigators could not determine the origin of the fire or any potential cause.

UI Police respond to encampment at Hubbard Park

Monday, May 6, 2024
Encampments are not permitted under university policies.

Office of Clery Compliance expands Clery Geography with addition of UI Health Care downtown Campus

Wednesday, April 10, 2024
A university’s Clery geography is used to guide decision-making when it comes to communicating about confirmed or potential safety threats to the campus community.

Crime Alert: Sexual Assault

Monday, April 1, 2024
In the interest of campus safety, we want everyone to be aware University of Iowa officials received a report of a sexual assault that occurred during the evening hours on Tuesday, March 26, in an east side residence hall. The assault was reportedly perpetrated by an acquaintance. 

Campus Safety to offer extended Nite Ride hours during finals week

Thursday, March 28, 2024
The free late-nigh transportation service will operate on an 8 p.m. to 5 a.m. schedule May 5-9.

Severe Weather Awareness Week and Hawk Alert Test

Wednesday, March 20, 2024
As we enter severe weather season, it’s crucial for everyone on campus to familiarize themselves with the university's emergency notification systems and how to respond. Campus Safety will conduct a Hawk Alert test on Wednesday, March 27 at 10 a.m., in coordination with the National Weather Service (NWS) and Johnson County.

Campus Safety parters with Graduate and Professional Student Government on Safety Training

Tuesday, March 12, 2024
The University of Iowa Police Department has partnered with Graduate and Professional Student Government to offer two personal safety training courses to students during Wholistic Wellness Week.

Crime Alert: Sexual Assault

Monday, February 26, 2024
In the interest of campus safety, we want everyone to be aware University of Iowa officials received a report of a sexual assault that occurred during the early morning hours on Thursday, Feb. 22, in an east side residence hall. The assault was reportedly perpetrated by an acquaintance. 

Events

Bike to Work Week Breakfast & Bike Registration

Tuesday, May 20, 2025 7:30am to 9:00am
Seamans Center
Unpark Yourself: Bike to Work Week BreakfastBreakfast burritos, fruit, coffee, and juice will be provided by the Engineering Staff Advisory Council and College of Education. You can also register your bike with Campus Safety and learn about bike safety. May 12–18 is Bike to Work Week. We are encouraging those who can, to leave your car at home and use alternative means of commuting to campus, such as biking, public transportation, car-pooling, UI van pool, and walking. Come and learn—all are...
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