NITE RIDE shuttle drives down Madison Street at night.

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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.

Be #HAwkeyeSafe

Play an active role in your personal safety by using free campus safety services and staying informed.

News

Nov. 17 Hawk Alert Update

Friday, November 17, 2023
No explosives or dangerous materials were located. The motivation for the threat is not apparent or known at this time, and this incident remains under investigation.

K9 Jago set to retire Nov. 18

Tuesday, November 14, 2023
The University of Iowa Police Department is sad to announce that K9 Jago, who joined the UI Police Department in January of 2014, is set to retire this week due to his age. With 9 years of service, Jago is the department’s longest serving K9.

Campus Lost and Found, Fingerprinting Services move to first floor of UCC

Wednesday, November 8, 2023
As of Monday, Nov. 6, both Lost and Found and Fingerprinting Services are being offered out of 139 UCC, located on the first floor in the suite next to Student Disability Services.

Iowa City and University of Iowa Police Department host winter clothing drive

Tuesday, November 7, 2023
All items donated should be new or gently used. Donations will be accepted daily from Tuesday, Nov. 7 until Friday, Dec. 1, 2023 at a number of locations across town, including Campus Safety.

Become a Winter Weather Spotter

Tuesday, November 7, 2023
Real time reports are critical to aid the NWS in issuing warnings that save lives. Classes are free and open to the public, but registration is required.

Iowa City Police share update following Nov. 5 Hawk Alert

Monday, November 6, 2023
ICPD located the reporting party and upon further investigation, found no evidence of the reported crime. This incident remains under investigation.

Crime Alert: Sexual Assault

Tuesday, October 31, 2023
In the interest of campus safety, we want everyone to be aware that University of Iowa officials received a report of a sexual assault that occurred during the early morning hours on Sunday, Oct. 29, at an east side residence hall. The assault was reportedly perpetrated by an acquaintance.

Crime Alert: Sexual Assault

Thursday, October 26, 2023
In the interest of campus safety, we want everyone to be aware that University of Iowa officials received a report of a sexual assault that occurred during the early morning hours on Sunday, Oct. 22, at a west side residence hall. The assault was reportedly perpetrated by an acquaintance.

Campus Safety Phone Service Interruption

Wednesday, October 11, 2023
As of 4:30 a.m. on Oct. 12, Campus Safety phone services have been fully restored. The non-emergency line (319-335-5022), elevator phones, and phones in areas of refuge should now function normally.

Fire Prevention Week: 5 Tips for Staying Safe

Sunday, October 8, 2023
Starting college comes with new independence and responsibilities. Fire Prevention Week is a great opportunity to learn more about common fire risks, and how to prevent them.

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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