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  • Nationwide Emergency Alert Test

    Nicole Holman | September 27, 2023
    The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) will conduct a nationwide emergency alert test on October 4. During this time, wireless emergency alerts (WEA) compatible cell phones will receive a test message. This is not a Buckeye Alert, but many students, faculty and staff will receive the test message. The text will say “THIS IS A TEST of the...
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  • In the News: Ohio State University increases police presence and expands safety resources

    Brooke MckIvergan | September 25, 2023
    As featured by WSYX, OSUPD is hiring more police officers and expanding other safety resources. "We're trying and we will continue to try to provide safety layers, law enforcement, different cameras, more lighting and adding officers," said Chief Kimberly Spears-McNatt. The university is actively hiring five police officers, creating a total force of 75 officers, among other safety enhancements...
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  • In the News: OSUPD Hiring

    Dan Hedman | September 18, 2023
    10TV recently covered Ohio State's efforts to expand its police force. The university announced an effort to hire five more OSUPD officers, bringing the full authorized strength to 75. The jobs posted last week and the agency is seeking qualified candidates. Apply online! Watch Full Story
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  • Ohio State News Alert: New resources to enhance community safety

    Dan Hedman | September 14, 2023
    The Ohio State University is enhancing safety and security resources on and around the Columbus campus. These enhancements, led by Acting President Peter Mohler, are part of the university’s ongoing, holistic review of safety for students, faculty and staff. The investment adds to the current annual campus public safety budget of more than $35 million. Ohio State leaders will continue to work...
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  • Public Safety Notice Updated: Arrest Made

    Dan Hedman | September 8, 2023
    Police have the primary suspect in custody in relation to the robbery of an Ohio State student that led to the issuance of a Public Safety Notice on Wednesday, September 6. The suspect is a juvenile and is charged with aggravated robbery, a crime that occurred outside the Residence on Tenth Residence Hall. The Ohio State University Police Division would like to thank the Columbus Division of...
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