OPSEM
Welcome to the Office of Public Safety and Emergency Management
The mission of the University of the District of Columbia Office of Public Safety and Emergency Management (OPSEM) is to ensure a safe, secure and resilient environment that supports the educational and operational goals of our community. We are dedicated to proactive safety practices, emergency preparedness and inclusive engagement that reflects our core values of integrity, service and accountability. Through collaboration, training and rapid response, we strive to protect life and property while fostering a culture of trust, awareness, and shared responsibility.
Vision
To be recognized by our community and colleagues as the leading campus public safety agency and emergency management service provider in the nation, noted for our innovative and effective approaches to reducing environmental hazards and risks, crime, and the fear of crime and disorder on our campus.
Strategy
In our ongoing efforts to develop positive and meaningful partnerships with members of our community, the members of the Office of Public Safety and Emergency Management are committed to maintaining an organizational culture that embraces quality relationships,m continuous improvement, and value-driven service.
Services Provided by UDC Police Department
- employee/new student orientation
- staff/student/faculty identification cards
- crime prevention presentations
- high visibility patrols
- community outreach
- law enforcement response to routine or emergency calls for service
- special event security
- emergency management – emergency response and evacuation procedures
- safety checks/escorts
- crime alerts (LiveSafe)
- annual security report and campus security authority training
- vehicle jump starts
- vehicle lockouts
- crisis intervention
LiveSafe
For the latest weather-related updates and other important University information, please download and monitor the LiveSafe app. To receive text notifications, you must register for LiveSafe. You can register by using your smartphone.
For the latest weather-related updates and other urgent university information, download and monitor LiveSafe.