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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…
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University Policies Regarding Modification of Operations
January 18th, 2024
As we welcome our community back to begin the spring semester, there has been an increase in the opportunity for inclement weather in our region. We offer the following reminder…
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Safety Resources Reminder!
January 17th, 2024
Welcome back to all our students, faculty, and staff! We hope you had a restful and restorative winter break. Here’s a quick reminder of your safety & wellness resources at…
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Winter Safety Resources
December 15th, 2023
Wishing you a happy holiday season and a restful and restorative winter break! The Division of Public Safety is committed to the safety and well-being of the Penn and West…
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SEPTA Police Strike
December 13th, 2023
The Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) Police Union voted to strike effective this evening. Multiple law enforcement and community outreach agencies throughout the region will be assisting SEPTA in responding…