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  • OSUPD Welcomes New Deputy Chief

    August 25, 2016
    The Ohio State University Police Division has named Kimberly Spears-McNatt its new deputy chief effective Friday, August 26. The former lieutenant is an Ohio State graduate and first joined OSUPD in 1994. In a corresponding move, Officer Brandon Yankanin has been promoted to lieutenant.

  • Craig Stone Appointed Chief of The Ohio State University Police Division

    May 24, 2016
    Craig Stone is the newest chief of The Ohio State University Police Division.Stone’s appointment comes a little more than one year after he was initially hired to serve as the university’s deputy chief. Stone later served as acting police chief following the retirement of Paul Denton in June 2015.“I have learned a lot in my first year as a Buckeye,” Stone said. “My No. 1 priority continues to be ...
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  • Public Safety Director Baisden Retiring April 15

    April 12, 2016
    COLUMBUS, Ohio – Vernon Baisden, The Ohio State University Department of Public Safety Director and Assistant Vice President, will retire April 15, 2016, capping off a 15-year career at Ohio State.“Ohio State has a very dedicated and professional police, security and emergency management staff,” Baisden said. “Our team works tirelessly every day to enhance the safety of the campus community, and ...
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  • The Ohio State University Becomes StormReady

    February 29, 2016
    The Ohio State University is officially StormReady, according to the National Weather Service. The designation highlights Ohio State’s commitment to alerting the campus community about severe weather.“The safety of students, faculty, staff and visitors is our number one priority,” said Jay Kasey, senior vice president for the Office of Administration and Planning. “We are proud to become one of f...
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