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  • Your Safety is a Top Priority

    hedman.11@osu.edu | February 7, 2024
    The official start of spring is a little more than one month away and as the weather warms up, police are asking everyone to look out for their fellow Buckeyes. When traveling on campus, follow these safety tips:Keep your eyes up and your earbuds out. Eliminate distractions.Use crosswalks and obey traffic laws. Be aware of your surroundings and walk with a friend or coworker when possible.Us...
    Shaffer and Holman photos to promote podcast

  • OSUPD Chief Joins JewishColumbus Town Hall

    hedman.11@osu.edu | January 22, 2024
    The Ohio State University Police Division (OSUPD) Chief Kimberly Spears-McNatt was one of six panelists at Sunday’s JewishColumbus Law Enforcement Town Hall. The event took place at the Jewish Community Center in Columbus and focused on how law enforcement agencies, both separately and cooperatively, address antisemitic activity and crime. “Ohio State has not and will not tolerate hatre...
    Panel of police chiefs on stage

  • 5th Annual Drive-Through Toys for Tots Donation Event

    mckivergan.1@osu.edu | December 20, 2023
    The Ohio State University’s Department of Public Safety hosted its 5th annual drive-through event to collect donations curbside. The department collected 1,322 toys, breaking the 2022 record of 800. All items collected are distributed to kids throughout central Ohio via the United States Marines Toys for Tots program. This is OSUPD’s 17th year participating in the Toys for Tots drive....
    Toys for Tots

  • Secure Your Home for Winter Break

    mckivergan.1@osu.edu | December 5, 2023
    Before you head home for winter break, consider how to secure your campus residence for the days or weeks you’ll be away. Take valuables, like cash, credit cards or electronics with you. Off-campus, lock all doors and windows and consider leaving outdoor lights on. Students can pick up free smart plugs in the Ohio Union (Room 3106) to have indoor lights come on at night while you’re away. Record ...
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  • In the News: Securing Your Home for Winter Break

    mckivergan.1@osu.edu | December 5, 2023
    As highlighted by The Lantern, The Ohio State University Department of Public Safety has some tips for students to safely secure their homes before traveling for the holidays. "Police recommend securing your campus residence for the days or weeks you'll be away," said Dan Hedman, director of marketing and communications for Administration and Planning. "Simple things like making sure doors a...
    Icon of a lock

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