gold triangle with exclamation point in the center

Campus Emergency Status

Read updates about incidents and emergencies that impact campus safety.

Badge with a check mark

Safety Tips

Learn about common safety risks and how to keep yourself and others safe.

gold car

Campus Safety Services

Discover a range of resources on campus dedicated to your safety and support.

Special Events

Request support from police or security for an upcoming event on campus.

Request Form

Recent News

Local Law Enforcement urges fans to be aware of ticket and merchandise scams

Tuesday, February 20, 2024
University of Iowa Police Department
The University of Iowa Police Department is urging Hawkeye fans to be aware of common ticket and merchandise scams, and purchase items from official sources and licensed vendors. SeatGeek is the official marketplace of the Iowa Hawkeyes.

Arrests made following Dec. 25 Hawk Alert

Thursday, January 25, 2024
Iowa City Police Department
As a result of an investigation into the shots fired on Dec. 25, 2023, which led to Hawk Alert, Iowa City Police have made multiple arrests.

Winter Weather Safety Reminders

Wednesday, January 10, 2024
Department of Emergency Management
Now that winter weather has arrived, and colder temperatures are expected, it’s important to check the weather forecast before traveling and plan accordingly to stay safe.
View more

Events

Spring 2026 Basic Self-Defense Course

Monday, April 20, 2026 5:00pm to 9:00pm
University Capitol Centre
Spring 2026 Women's Basic Self-Defense Course

Spring 2026 Basic Self-Defense Course

Monday, April 27, 2026 5:00pm to 9:00pm
University Capitol Centre
Spring 2026 Women's Basic Self-Defense Course

Bike to Work Week Breakfast & Bike Registration

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 7:30am to 9:00am
Seamans Center

Unpark Yourself: Bike to Work Week Breakfast

Breakfast burritos, fruit, coffee, and juice will be provided by the Engineering Staff Advisory Council and College of Education. You can also register your bike with Campus Safety and learn about bike safety. 

May 11–17 is Bike to Work Week. We are encouraging those who can, to leave your car at home and use alternative means of commuting to campus, such as biking, public transportation, car-pooling, UI van pool, and walking. Come and learn—all are...

View more events

Community Engagement

Emergency Response

Special Events

Safety Training

Annual Security Report

Campus Safety

Campus Safety includes Police, Emergency Communications, Security Services, Security Engineering Services, Emergency Management, Threat Assessment and Fire Safety.

Learn More