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Recent News

Arrests made following Dec. 25 Hawk Alert

Thursday, January 25, 2024
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
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.

Campus Safety teams up with Student Government to support student safety

Tuesday, January 9, 2024
Campus Safety has teamed up with Undergraduate Student Government and Graduate and Professional Student Government to distribute personal safety alarms to students. Those interested in receiving a personal safety alarm should mark their calendars, and plan to attend an upcoming safety tabling event. Please be prepared to present your student ID.

Events

Student Government | Campus Safety Birdie Distribution

Wednesday, April 9, 2025 2:30pm to 4:30pm
T. Anne Cleary Walkway
Campus Safety has teamed up with Student Government to distribute personal safety alarms to students. Those interested in receiving a personal safety alarm should mark their calendars, and plan to attend an upcoming safety tabling event. Please be prepared to present your student ID.

Campus Safety Student Advisory Board

Friday, April 25, 2025 12:30pm to 1:30pm
University Capitol Centre
The April Campus Safety Student Advisory Board meeting will take place on Friday, April 25 at 12:30 p.m. in the Campus Safety Service Center on the first floor of UCC (University Capitol Centre), in suite 139 next to Student Disability Services.

Bike to Work Week Breakfast & Bike Registration

Tuesday, May 20, 2025 7:30am to 9:00am
Seamans Center
Join us and help celebrate Bike to Work Week! FREE breakfast burritos, fruit, coffee, and juice will be provided. You can also register your bike, learn about bike safety, and get a bike checkup by Geoff's Bike & Ski.
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