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Recent News

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.

Iowa City and University of Iowa Police Departments host winter clothing drive

Tuesday, November 7, 2023
All items donated should be new or gently used. Donations will be accepted daily from Tuesday, Nov. 7 until Friday, Dec. 1, 2023 at a number of locations across town, including Campus Safety.

Iowa City Police share update following Nov. 5 Hawk Alert

Monday, November 6, 2023
ICPD located the reporting party and upon further investigation, found no evidence of the reported crime. This incident remains under investigation.

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.
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