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  • In the News: Resources for Off-Campus Safety

    hedman.11@osu.edu | October 30, 2025
    The Lantern covered the many resources offered by Ohio State for students living off-campus. Among the resources was joint patrol, a program that features four The Ohio State University Police Division (OSUPD) officers partnered full-time with the Columbus Division of Police to patrol the off-campus University District. "Our top priority is the safety of our campus community and we understan...

  • OSUPD Welcomes Three New Officers with Pinning Ceremony

    bartholomew.185@osu.edu | October 28, 2025
    The Ohio State University Police Division (OSUPD) welcomed three new officers to the division during a pinning ceremony on October 24, 2025. Alexis Guthrie, Caden Mosher and Josh Long were officially welcomed to OSUPD and celebrated by family, friends and colleagues. These three new officers bring the force closer to its authorized strength of 75 sworn police. In addition, OSUPD is supported by h...
    Three new officers standing with the police chief.

  • In the News: Get to know your friendly neighborhood Block Watch

    furia.4@osu.edu | October 23, 2025
    They roam the University District at night, wearing orange and white jackets, on a mission to help keep students safe. Called Buckeye Block Watch, these non-sworn patrols operate as the university’s extra eyes and ears in the off-campus area to escort students home, report burnt-out street lights and overflow trash and call police if they see a crime happening. Doug McGrew, director of ...
    A view of a man walking with a neon shirt on that says, "Buckeye Block Watch"

  • Halloween Safety Tips

    hedman.11@osu.edu | October 15, 2025
    This Halloween weekend, keep the costumes spooky but take your personal safety serious. If you celebrate, please do so responsibly and be respectful neighbors. Police recommend sticking with your friends. If you go out together, come home together.On campus, make everyone use their Buck ID to swipe into residence halls and do not allow tailgaters. If you see something suspicious, report it to Uni...
    Graphic with text "Lock Your Doors & Windows" and an image of an orange door with pumpkins

  • OSUPD Chief Dennis Jeffrey Featured on City of Ohio State Podcast

    bartholomew.185@osu.edu | August 27, 2025
    As students return for a new academic year, The Ohio State University Police Division (OSUPD) Chief Dennis Jeffrey shares how his team works to keep the Buckeye community safe. Ohio State offers many safety resources, such as Lyft Ride Smart discounts, free safety devices and more. ...
    City of Ohio State Podcast Season 4

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