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Recent News

Progress continues on Reimagining Campus Safety initiatives

Thursday, October 3, 2024
Reimagining Campus Safety Implementation Team
The UI’s Reimagining Campus Safety implementation continues to make progress on its campus safety and student well-being initiatives. Read about the team’s three primary accomplishments over the past year.

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.
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Events

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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