The Ohio State University Police Division (OSUPD) is promoting Alan Horujko to deputy chief, effective Feb. 10, 2025. He joins fellow deputy chief Eric Whiteside and will report directly to Chief Dennis Jeffrey.
Horujko Promoted to Deputy Chief

The Ohio State University Police Division (OSUPD) is promoting Alan Horujko to deputy chief, effective Feb. 10, 2025. He joins fellow deputy chief Eric Whiteside and will report directly to Chief Dennis Jeffrey.
Name? Rank?
Paul Swan, Officer and Sniper Team Leader.
How long have you been with OSUPD?
Four years.
Where are you from and how does that help shape who you are today?
Safety is top-of-mind, and the university wants to remind all Buckeyes about the tools and resources available to enhance your safety as we begin spring semester.
A Buckeye Alert system test will occur January 24. Students, faculty and staff on all Ohio State campuses will receive a text message that will be clearly identified as a test.
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine announced this week that 28 colleges and universities in Ohio will receive a total of $7.5 million in funding for security projects that enhance the safety of students and staff. The Ohio State University will receive $257,000.