Penn State University Police and Public Safety

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UPPS officers had the pleasure last week of attending College Township Night at the State College Spikes on July 24. Thanks to everyone who stopped by! #PennState #PennStatePolice #PennStatePublicSafety

University Police and Public Safety had the honor this week of hosting the 2026 Big Ten Police Chiefs and Directors Conference at University Park. Special thanks to those who attended and to our Chief Event Sponsors, Buffalo Computer Graphics and AT&T!

With the Air Quality Index in many parts of Pennsylvania hovering in unhealthy ranges due to the wildfires in Canada and Minnesota, community members are encouraged to monitor local conditions and follow health guidelines from state and federal agencies. psu.edu/news/campus-li…

Happy Independence Day! If you're celebrating today, please do so responsibly. #PennState #PennStatePolice

Happy Independence Day! If you're celebrating today, please do so responsibly. #PennState #PennStatePolice #PennStatePublicSafety

On this National Take Your Dog to Work Day, we celebrate our adorable K9 Officers, Zain and Bo, and their amazing handlers, Officers Josh Quimby and Dustin Miller! (Shown: K-9 Zain with Officer Quimby)

Join us as we remember and celebrate the emancipation of slavery in America on this Juneteenth. #PennState #PennStatePolice #PennStatePublicSafety #Juneteenth2025

Congratulations to UPPS's most recent International Police Mountain Bike Association (IPMBA) class! UPPS's Bike Patrol plays a vital role in fostering safety and engagement across the University Park Campus. Learn more at police.psu.edu.

Congratulations to our recent graduates of the 29th Centre County Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) Program! Congratulations and thank you for your commitment to our communities!

Last week, UPPS officers had the honor of participating in the Law Enforcement Torch Run to kick off Special Olympics at Penn State. (Left to Right: Officer Kim, Officer Luzier, Sgt. Laird, Officer Spencer, Officer Stevick, and Officer Zanghi) #PennStatePolice

Special congratulations to Lieutenant Jason Salm (Penn State Altoona), who recently completed Northwestern University’s Center for Public Safety School of Police Staff and Command. Photo: Lt. Jason Salm (left), Deputy Chief Anthony Budris

This Memorial Day, and every day, we thank those who have served, and those who are serving, in the U.S. Military. #PennState #PennStatePolice #PennStatePublicSafety

This week is National Police Week, a time for remembering and honoring those who have given the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. Please join us as we pay tribute to those lost and to consider the importance of the work undertaken by our police officers and partners.

University Police has been made aware of scam calls targeting our community. Scammers are impersonating our office and attempting to obtain personal information. If you receive a call, do not provide any personal information. Hang up and call UPPS directly at 814-863-1111.

Congratulations to all who will be graduating this weekend! #WeAre so proud of you! #Classof2026 #PennState #PennStatePolice #PennStatePublicSafety

If you're celebrating this weekend, please do so safely and responsibly. #PennState #PennStatePolice #PennStatePublicSafety

Did you know you can sign up to receive PSUAlerts via voice and text message? Sign up by visiting psualert.psu.edu and adding your contact information and preferences (under "Manage My Alerts"). #PennState #PennStatePolice #PennStatePublicSafety

Congratulations to Officers Joel Gross, Savannah Bailey, Francisco McDonough, and Kelton Pollock, who were sworn in last week at the Centre County Courthouse by Honorable Jonathan Grine. Welcome to UPPS! #PennState #PennStatePolice #PennStatePublicSafety

Officer Stevick had the opportunity last night to participate in Meet the Police Night at the Elks. Thanks for including us! #PennState #PennStatePolice #PennStatePublicSafety

As we head into finals week, please know there are many resources available for Penn State faculty, staff, and students who may need extra support at this time of year. Best of luck this week! #PennState #PennStatePolice #PennStatePublicSafety