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UI Police Response at Slater Residence Hall

Monday, September 16, 2024
University of Iowa Police Department
On Sunday, Sept. 15, at approximately 9 p.m. the University of Iowa Police Department was made aware of a concerning social media post in reference to the possibility that a student was making explosives in Slater Residence Hall. Following a thorough investigation and interview, police determined there was no threat to public safety.

Hawk Alert Update: Iowa City Police investigate stabbing

Wednesday, September 4, 2024
Iowa City Police Department
Responding officers discovered an altercation had taken place involving a group of juveniles. One juvenile suffered a stab wound. The juvenile was treated at the scene and released.

Hawk Alert Update: Iowa City Police respond to suspicious package

Friday, August 30, 2024
Iowa City Police Department
At 7:02 a.m., police determined the package was not a threat. The incident remains under investigation and no further information is available at this time.
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Events

Fraternity and Sorority Life I Undergraduate Student Government I Campus Safety Birdie Distribution

Monday, April 13, 2026 10:30am to 1:30pm
T. Anne Cleary Walkway

Campus Safety has teamed up with Fraternity and Sorority Life and Undergraduate Student Government to distribute personal safety alarms, flowers, ribbons and Night Cap sticker to students. 

Those interested in receiving a personal safety alarm should mark their calendars, and plan to attend this upcoming safety tabling event. Please be prepared to present your student ID.

Monday, April 13th from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Kautz Plaza *While supplies last

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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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