Office of Public Safety & Emergency Management

The mission of the Office of Public Safety and Emergency Management (OPSEM)  is to reduce environmental hazards and risks, crime, disorder and the fear of crime on Campus.

Vision

To be recognized by our community and colleagues as the leading campus public safety agency and emergency management service provider in the nation, noted for our innovative and effective approaches to reducing environmental hazards and risks, crime, and the fear of crime and disorder on our campus.

Strategy

In our ongoing efforts to develop positive and meaningful partnerships with members of our community, the members of the Office of Public Safety and Emergency Management are committed to maintaining an organizational culture that embraces quality relationships,m continuous improvement, and value-driven service.

LiveSafe

For the latest weather-related updates and other important University information, please download and monitor the LiveSafe app. To receive text notifications, you must register for LiveSafe. You can register by using your smartphone.

Contact Us

Carlos Kelly

Chief of Police
carlos.kelly@udc.edu
202-274-6195

Emergency Communications Center

Building 39, Room C04
p | 202.274.5050
f | 202.274.7486

Open 24/7/365

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Publications

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