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SEPTA Trolley Blitz – 7/12 to 7/29
June 24th, 2024
The annual SEPTA Trolley Blitz will begin Friday, July 12th at 10 pm and end Monday, July 29th at 6 am. Beginning Friday, July 12 at 10 pm and continuing…
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Congratulations to Officer Matthew Keller and K9 Officer Toby
May 14th, 2024
Congratulations to Officer Matthew Keller and K9 Officer Toby! Toby recently graduated from the PennVet Working Dog Center’s scent detection class and has become a certified ordnance detection canine. Welcome…
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Walk Back Program – Reading Days and Finals
April 29th, 2024
DPS offers walking escort services 24/7/365 within the Penn Patrol zone. Call 215-898-WALK(9255) anytime to request an escort. We encourage you to use this free service provided for your safety and…
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Traffic & Transit Advisory from Penn Public Safety: Penn Relays
April 26th, 2024
The Penn Relays Carnival will be held from April 23rd to April 27th at Franklin Field (200 South 33rd Street) Expect heavy traffic volume and delays around Franklin Field (233…
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Safety and Wellness Resources
April 22nd, 2024
A reminder of your safety & wellness resources at Penn. Public Safety Resources Emergency Contact Information If you should have any concerns or see someone exhibiting suspicious behavior, call the…
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University of Pennsylvania Police Department awarded Law Enforcement Re-Accreditation
March 26th, 2024
The University of Pennsylvania Police Department has been awarded Law Enforcement Accreditation effective March 23, 2024, for the Eighth consecutive time. The process of CALEA Accreditation begins with a rigorous…
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Traffic Advisory – SEPTA Trolley Track Renewal Project
March 7th, 2024
Due to the SEPTA (Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority) Trolley Project, Spruce Street from 40th Street to 42nd Street will be closed to traffic from March 18 to May 4. Detour signage will direct…
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A Message About Online Resources and Support for the Penn Community
February 28th, 2024
To the Penn community, During these first weeks of the spring semester, I have been sitting down with students, faculty, and staff who are deeply engaged in fostering a vibrant…
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Traveling for Spring Break? Register for Special Property Checks
February 28th, 2024
Under the special checks program, DPS officers check the exterior of registered properties for signs of criminal activity or security breaches at peak travel times during Thanksgiving, Spring and Winter…
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Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
January 23rd, 2024
Members of Public Safety paid respect to Dr. King’s legacy by engaging in MLK Day of Service activities. DPS Donation Drive: DPS volunteers packed individual donation bags and filled boxes…