The five campuses of the University are devoted to medical education, health care, research and community service. The weekday population of faculty, staff, students, patients and vistors enjoying the use of University facilities and services reaches 23,000 people. The Department of Public Safety patrols every campus in marked police vehicles and on foot.
Officers are always available to respond to requests for assistance and emergencies.
University Police Officers receive the same academy training and have the same authority as municipal police. They are empowered to make arrests and carry weapons. Public Safety Detectives investigate criminal complaints and perform internal investigations. They are trained to observe and report suspicious activity and to provide assistance to the University community. All Public Safety personnel receive frequent in-service training in order to maintain a high level of efficient service to the University community.