What would you do and how would you react to an active threat? Do you think about the nearest exits around you, or how you might protect yourself in an active threat situation? For years, …
Department News
Internet Fraud: Surfers Beware
Data breaches. Malware and phishing scams. Internet fraud has many forms and we’re all at risk. To start things off, here are some definitions to may or may not be familiar with: Data breaches – …
911 and the Pepperoni Pizza Myth
The myth of the “pepperoni pizza code” has been circulating for five years – ever since a 911 dispatcher posted they received a call from a woman ordering a pepperoni pizza because she didn’t want …
National Awareness Day 2019
Across the country, in our communities, we share everyday moments with our neighbors, family, coworkers, and friends. We go to work or school, the grocery store, or the gas station. It’s easy to overlook these …
WwwELLcommmBAaaack!
(or, “Welcome Back” for those of you who don’t speak whale) “First day of school! First Day of school!” – Nemo “Finding Nemo” is one of my all-time favorite movies. I have such warm …
2019 Ironman Impacting Campus Roads — Plan Ahead!
The City of Madison is once again hosting the Ironman Wisconsin competition — the triathlon takes place on Sunday, September 8th, starting with the swimming portion of the competition at 6:40 a.m. in Lake Monona. Thousands are …
Recent Immigration and Customs Enforcement Activity
I recognize and understand that recent reports about increased Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) activity nationwide have raised questions and concerns on campus and in our broader community. The UW–Madison Police Department (UWPD) is committed …
UWPD to Start Boat Patrols at Upham Woods in Juneau County
As boaters prepare for the start of boating season, the UW-Madison Police Department is also getting ready. Starting this Memorial Day weekend, and for the first time ever, UWPD will start providing police services to …
Lightning 101
Where do lightning bolts go on dates? To cloud nine! Classic dad joke… but lightning safety is no laughing manner. Each year in the United States, more than 1,000 people are struck by lightning. On …
The Traffic Stop
Most of us have been there. You’re driving along with the windows rolled down and belting out Dancing Queen at the top of your lungs when you notice the red and blue lights in your …