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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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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

6 Tips for a #HawkeyeSafe Semester

Wednesday, August 23, 2023
As another academic year begins, here are some reminders about the many free safety services, resources, and educational programs offered by Campus Safety to help you have a great semester.  

Stay safe during excessive heat

Monday, August 21, 2023
With heat index values forecasted to reach 115 degrees Fahrenheit, it’s important to keep in mind these safety tips from the NWS and look out for one another.

Crime Alert: Burglary

Monday, August 21, 2023
In the interest of campus safety, we want everyone to be aware the University of Iowa Police Department received a report of a potential burglary in an east side residence hall.
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Fall self-defense class open for registration

Friday, August 18, 2023
Registration is now open for the fall 2023 Rape Aggression Defense (RAD) training, which will take place over the course of four days in October.

University of Iowa named Clery Compliance Program of the Year

Tuesday, August 8, 2023
The annual award recognizes an institution that has gone above and beyond to integrate compliance into the day-to-day operations of key units that support compliance.

Crime Alert: Motor Vehicle Theft

Saturday, June 3, 2023
UI officials received a report on Friday, June 3rd, 2023 that a pickup truck was stolen from the parking lot of the Public Policy Research Building on the 600 block of East Jefferson St. sometime between 7:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.

Crime Alert: Burglary

Wednesday, May 17, 2023
The University of Iowa Police Department received a report of a burglary on May 16, 2023, at the Aspire at West Campus residential housing facility. The resident was away for a period of time and upon their return, found their door unlocked and items stolen. This incident is currently under investigation.

Crime Alert: Sexual Assault

Monday, May 1, 2023
University of Iowa officials received a report of forcible fondling, a form of sexual assault, that occurred during the daytime hours on Monday, May 1 near the Iowa Memorial Union.
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Phone Scam: Impersonating a Police Officer

Friday, April 21, 2023

Crime Alert: Burglary

Tuesday, April 11, 2023
UI Police received a report of a potential burglary in a west side residence hall. The reporting party shared that an item either went missing or was stolen from their residence hall room between April 7 and April 9 when they were out of town. There were no signs of forced entry.

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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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