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  • OSUPD Bike Training Fosters Community Interaction

    October 27, 2020
    November 2020 marks a special milestone for Officer Tom Schneider, celebrating his 20-year anniversary with The Ohio State University Police Division. With two decades of law enforcement under his belt, he was in search of a new challenge. After weighing his options, he decided to enroll in the OSUPD bike training program. “This gave me an opportunity to do something exciting and new,” Offic...
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  • CALEA Accreditation - 2020

    October 26, 2020
    The Ohio State University Police Division (OSUPD) received its third accreditation award from the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA). The national honor was announced in August.OSUPD is one of approximately 80 university agencies in the country to meet CALEA’s best practices of law enforcement standards.“As a university agency, we have a uniquely tailored approach fo...
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  • In the News: Buckeye Alerts Provide Timely Updates to Keep Campus Community Informed

    October 22, 2020
    The safety of the campus community is The Ohio State University’s top priority. Buckeye Alerts are one important tool to enhance the safety of students, faculty, staff and visitors.The alerts, issued by the Department of Public Safety, let community members know when it has been determined that they need to take immediate action to remain safe.“Buckeye Alerts are one of many tools in our safety t...
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  • In the News: Ohio State Establishes University Task Force on Community Safety and Well-Being

    October 15, 2020
    Kristina M. Johnson, president of The Ohio State University, announced today the establishment of a task force to review safety issues on campus and in neighborhoods near the university -- and to identify, implement and advocate for additional approaches that address violence, crime, and high-risk activities and behaviors.The University Task Force on Community Safety and Well-Being will deliver i...
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  • Update from Public Safety – Clarifying Misinformation Circulating

    October 13, 2020
    Dear Ohio State Community:The following is an update on the tragic crime that occurred Sunday resulting in the shooting death of Ohio State student Chase Meola. We join everyone in our community in extending our deep condolences and support to his family and loved ones.There are some rumors and misinformation that have been circulating by word of mouth and on social media regarding this matter. T...
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