University Police FAQ

University Police Officers are sworn peace officers in the State of Michigan and are responsible for enforcing state and local laws, and University regulations on campus and roadways adjacent to the University. All of the sworn officers are certified by the Commission on Law Enforcement Standards and have full arrest powers. 

Yes, SVSU is a safe campus. Nevertheless community members are always encouraged to be responsible for their safety and the security of their property by locking doors, securing valuables and being aware of their surroundings. 

University Police will provide transport to an individual who feels uncomfortable walking alone to their vehicle or residential facility. Individuals can request transport by calling University Police. A service officer or police officer will transport an individual as soon as they are available. 

In the event of an emergency or to report a crime on the SVSU main campus, members of the campus community should call University Police at (989) 964-4141 or 911 when using a cellular phone. If using a campus telephone please dial 4141 or 911. Individuals may report incidents in person at the department's headquarters in South Campus Complex A.

Individuals can register their valuables using the department’s Operation ID system. Individuals will be mailed identification stickers for each item.

"SVSU Campus Alert" is an emergency notification system which provides University administrators the ability to send text and voice messages to cellular phones, campus phones (including classroom phones), home phones and email accounts. SVSU faculty, adjunct faculty, staff, and students are automatically registered via their SVSU email addresses, however, all are strongly encouraged to register additional contact information to increase the likelihood of receiving a given broadcast alert message.  Go to SVSU Campus Alert Login utilizing your SVSU user name and password to update contact information.

Individuals are not allowed to have a firearm on campus, including in their University housing for any purpose. University Police offers safekeeping of firearms and bows for hunting purposes to resident students. 

Individuals missing an item should check with University Police to see if their property was located.  A report can also be filed with University Police if an item was lost. A list of found properties is available online.

Parking Services offers a Motor Assistance Program. If you accidentally lock your keys in your vehicle, your vehicle has a dead battery, or you need jumper cables, you can request assistance by contacting Parking Services at (989) 964-4141. Parking Services offers this service free of charge. 

Campus crime statistics are available in the annual Campus Security and Fire Safety Report located on the department's home page. A daily crime log is also available online.

To obtain a police report, individuals should submit FOIA form. Vehicle accident reports may be available online at www.lexisnexis.com.

The University Police offers a self-defense program, "RAD" (Rape Aggression Defense), to all female members of the SVSU community. The RAD program teaches basic self-defense skills and assists women in gaining confidence in their own abilities, as well as making them more aware of their surroundings. RAD is offered as a one-credit class during the fall and winter semesters and abbreviated courses are offered to groups on and off campus throughout the year. Topics include awareness of rape, acquaintance rape and other sex offenses. To get more information contact University Police at 989-964-4141.

Yes, police officers will speak with classes or organizations. Community members can schedule a presentation by contacting University Police. 

Student employee positions are posted on Handshake various times throughout the year. University Police, not only employs criminal justice majors, but students from various majors.