Whether you live on campus, or off, secure your home. Help keep all Buckeyes safe by making it harder on criminals.
Do not allow tailgaters into residence halls. All residence halls require a person to swipe their Buck ID to gain access. Even though it may seem rude, do not hold the door for unknown persons. Make everyone swipe in to gain access.
10TV recently covered Ohio State's most recent efforts to ensure student safety. The university offers students free window or door locks that set an alarm if the window or door is opened, as well as a smart timer.
"Police tell us a lot of crime is crime of opportunity, so criminals are not looking for a difficult situation," said Dave Isaacs, communications and media relations manager. "So when you have that loud alarm go off, it is very likely it might deter them and send them elsewhere. That's what we are hoping for with these devices."
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 National Wireless Emergency Alert System.
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. The jobs posted last week and the agency is seeking qualified candidates. Apply online!
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!
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.
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 Police for assisting in the investigation and apprehension of the suspect. The investigation is ongoing.
Excitement is in the air as the Buckeyes prepare to host Youngstown State on Saturday at Ohio Stadium. While the football game kicks off at Noon, the university expects fans and visitors to arrive early and stay late.
Whether watching the game on campus, or at home, all Buckeyes are encouraged to be the Best Fans in the Land and keep safety in mind.
The Ohio State University Police Division teamed up with Willie J. Young Sr. and Commuter Student Engagement to welcome off-campus students back to the University District. Watch Deputy Chief Dennis Jeffrey go door-to-door spreading awareness about on and off-campus resources and sending well wishes for a successful school year!
As students head back to campus for the start of autumn semester, The Ohio State University Police Division (OSUPD) welcomed a new officer to its division with a pinning ceremony on August 18, 2023. “I’m so excited to be here,” said Officer Corey Manley. “Ever since I was little, I’ve loved the Buckeyes.”
OSUPD has hired nine officers since January 2022, and has an authorized strength of 70 sworn police officers.
