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Recent News

Tips for a safe Winter Break

Friday, December 1, 2023
Winter Break is just around the corner. Campus is sometimes less populated during this time, but Campus Safety is always open. Here are a few tips for a safe time away, whether you live on campus or off.

Nov. 17 Hawk Alert Update

Friday, November 17, 2023
No explosives or dangerous materials were located. The motivation for the threat is not apparent or known at this time, and this incident remains under investigation.

K9 Jago set to retire Nov. 18

Friday, November 10, 2023
The University of Iowa Police Department is sad to announce that K9 Jago, who joined the UI Police Department in January of 2014, is set to retire this week due to his age. With 9 years of service, Jago is the department’s longest serving K9.

Events

Lawn Games with Campus Safety

Monday, August 17, 2026 1:00pm to 2:30pm
University of Iowa Pentacrest

Campus Safety is hosting lawn games to help welcome new students to campus as part of On Iowa! 2026.

Join us on the Pentacrest for a bags tournament - there will be plenty of cold water and sports drinks!

Monday, Aug. 17 (1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.), on the SE side of the Pentacrest

Campus Safety Bike Registration Event

Thursday, August 20, 2026 9:00am to 12:00pm
University of Iowa Pentacrest
Campus Safety Bike Registration Event
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