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  • Behind the Badge: Detective Cassi Shaffer

    bartholomew.185@osu.edu | September 22, 2025
    Name? Rank?Cassi Shaffer, DetectiveHow long have you been with OSUPD?17 yearsWhere are you from and how does that help shape who you are today?I was born and raised in Toledo, Ohio, and grew up in poverty. That experience taught me the values of empathy and perseverance, but I didn’t yet understand what opportunity looked like—or how to pursue it.Joining the military changed that. It opened my ey...
    Behind the Badge Cassi Shaffer

  • Buckeye Block Watch

    bartholomew.185@osu.edu | September 15, 2025
    Buckeye Block Watch non-sworn security patrols act as extra eyes and ears in the off-campus area. In support of existing sworn police patrols, Buckeye Block Watch reports suspicious activity while also offering resources and information to students living, or traveling, in the University District. Members receive extensive training in how to deal with difficult situations and learn best practices...
    A view of a man walking with a neon shirt on that says, "Buckeye Block Watch"

  • Your Safety is Our Priority

    rahe.21@osu.edu | August 27, 2025
    The following message was sent to the campus community from Monica Moll, associate vice president of Ohio State’s Department of Public Safety:Welcome back, Buckeyes! The Ohio State University Department of Public Safety makes your safety our priority. Please help increase safety awareness by reviewing the tips below, and by looking out for your fellow Buckeyes as we start a new semester.LIVING ON...
    Deputy Chief Whiteside stands at the game looking at the crowd.

  • 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

  • In the News: License Plate Readers Monitor Vehicles on Campus

    bartholomew.185@osu.edu | August 26, 2025
    Satoru Persons, director of Communications and Security Technology at The Ohio State University Department of Public Safety, was featured in EdTech discussing the importance of license plate readers on campus. "The LPR technology is integrated and connected with the National Crime Information Center. If we get a confirmation of a license place that is registered or on notice with NCIC, we ge...
    Satoru Persons

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