April 12-06, 2021 is Tornado and Severe Weather Awareness Week in Wisconsin. It’s a great time to review your plans in the event severe weather strikes. According to the National Weather Service (NWS), Wisconsin averages 23 …
Department News
UWPD Racial Equity Initiative Update
Last June, the University of Wisconsin-Madison Police Department (UWPD) announced its Racial Equity Initiative (REI). Since that time we have continued to move this initiative forward and, as promised, would like to provide our community …
Winter Driving
Due to COVID-19, you may not be driving as much as you did in prior winter seasons. But when venturing out in the snow for groceries and other essentials, it’s always smart to refresh your …
Thin Blue Line Update
In November 2020, Chief Roman released a statement in reaction to feedback we received from our community following a photo we shared on social media that included the imagery of a “thin blue line” flag in the background. In the statement, …
Statement about “Thin Blue Line” Imagery
A photo shared to the department’s social media channels over the weekend has led some members of our community to express concerns regarding a “thin blue line” installation that appears in the background. The installation …
Updated Purchase Records Request Released
On August 11, 2020, the UWPD Records Unit fulfilled an open records request made by an individual affiliated with the University of Wisconsin-Madison for the following information: “Documentation of any purchases goods and services over …
Chief Roman Statement on ASM Vote of No Confidence
Chief Kristen Roman has released the following statement following Tuesday night’s vote of no confidence by ASM: “I’m disheartened. On behalf of the UWPD I say with the utmost confidence that we can be trusted. …
Setting the Record Straight
With each start of a new academic year, I take the opportunity through my Chief’s Corner blog to welcome our newest students and share relevant information about our department. Of course, this fall semester is like no …
UWPD Invites Public Comment for CALEA Accreditation Assessment
On October 12-14, a team of assessors from the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc. (CALEA) will be examining all aspects of the UW-Madison Police Department. This virtual assessment will include an evaluation …
Medical Amnesty Through Responsible Actions
New guidelines pass along “amnesty” to individuals who need medical attention. After a night out, you notice your friend has had too much to drink. Their condition reaches the point where they’ve become unresponsive and …