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Tips for a safe Winter Break

Friday, December 1, 2023
University of Iowa Police Department
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
University of Iowa Police Department
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
University of Iowa Police Department
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.
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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...

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