Public Safety
UTPD Security Guard Powell Receives Library Award for Service
A UTPD civilian security guard has been recognized for his exemplary service to UT Libraries. Community Service Officer Sean Powell […]
UT Public Safety’s Newest Grad: Sergeant Travis Johnson
Congratulations to our most recent Public Safety graduates! We are proud of your hard work and accomplishments. UTPD Sergeant Travis Johnson earned a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice from UT Chattanooga.
UT Public Safety’s Newest Grad: Ahmad Mitoubsi
Congratulations to our most recent Public Safety graduates! We are proud of your hard work and accomplishments. Ahmad Mitoubsi, a laboratory safety specialist in UT Environmental Health and Safety, graduated with a Master of Public Health from UT Knoxville.
Staying Safe On and Off Campus this Summer
As you wrap up the spring semester and prepare for summer break, I want to remind you of tips and resources for your personal safety.
UT Public Safety’s Newest Grad: Corporal John Platt
Congratulations to our most recent Public Safety graduates! UTPD Corporal John Platt earned a Master of Business Administration from UT Chattanooga.
K9 Tica Retires After Eight Years of Service
For eight years, K9 Tica has used her trusty sniffer to help keep Rocky Top safe. That’s 272 basketball games, 240 concerts, meets, and special events, and 192 football-related activities for the explosives detection dog. On March 28, K9 Tica will add another name to her title: retiree of the UT Police Department.
Simerly Selected for Scholarship to National Police Command School
UTPD Deputy Chief Emily Simerly has received a scholarship to attend a national management and leadership training program for senior level police staff. The intensive 10-week Northwestern University School of Police Staff and Command aims to strengthen and deepen leadership at law enforcement agencies around the country.
UTPD Participates in Training Program to Increase Cultural Competency
UTPD officers have spent the week examining their perceptions, stereotypes and cultural assumptions as a way to better communicate with and serve all members of the Volunteer community. The new three-day certification training program, offered by the UT Law Enforcement Innovation Center, is designed to increase their cultural competency and reduce biased-based policing.
UT Upgrades VolCard, Access Control to Improve Physical Security on Campus
The university is upgrading VolCards and the way buildings are electronically secured to improve physical security on campus.
Safety Reminders and Resources
UT Public Safety wants to share some safety reminders and resources to help keep all Vols safe this spring.