Tag UW-Madison Police
Brent Plisch named UWPD chief of police
Plisch said the UWPD will continue to focus on building relationships, learning about the UW–Madison community's expectations and finding creative ways to engage UWPD staff so the community is prepared to meet future challenges together. Read More
UWPD launches data dashboard, emphasis on racial equity
After more than a year of community meetings, listening to concerns and collecting feedback, the UW–Madison Police Department is embarking on a one-of-a-kind approach to sharing key data with a focus on racial equity. Read More
UW Police, UHS Mental Health Services partner to help students in crisis
Through a partnership between student groups, University Health Services and the University of Wisconsin Police Department, there's a new resource responding with police to students experiencing a mental health crisis: Two trained mental health professionals. Read More
Collaborative effort will look at ways to enhance campus response to mental health crises
The primary goal is to further ensure the well-being and safety of students, de-escalate potentially high-stress situations, and promote a shared commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. Read More
New order aims to promote public safety in campus gathering spots
The university has adopted a new order to ensure public safety through physical distancing and related public health measures as campus prepares to reopen. Read More
Updated: UW–Madison response to reports of ICE activity on campus
Updated: 10:30 a.m. Saturday, July 13. On Friday, postings on social media began referencing reports of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) activity on the UW–Madison… Read More
UW Athletics completes safety review
A review of Athletics' health and safety-related policies and procedures affirmed the success of most of the department's practices and offered recommendations for an even greater level of care. Read More
Guidelines help students distinguish between activism and disruption
The newly updated document has two purposes: It helps individuals and groups plan for peaceful events, such as guest speakers, protests, counter-protests and demonstrations; and it provides students with behavior expectations as they participate in these campus activities. Read More
Police chief highlights University Staff’s celebration of International Women’s Day
They celebrated the efforts and accomplishments of women by taking a break and engaging in conversation about how far women have come and how far they have yet to go. Read More
Research to relieve stress of police officers expands
The new work by the Center for Healthy Minds will expand on a pilot study that suggests a positive relationship between mindfulness training and measures such as sleep quality, officers’ perceived stress and symptoms of burnout. Read More
Assistant police chief retires
Brian Bridges, assistant chief of the University of Wisconsin–Madison Police Department shares some of his memorabilia from his 32-year career with UWPD. Bridges is retiring from the department; his last day is March 1. Read More
Farewell to our police horse, Vegas
The UW–Madison police department gathered on Wednesday for a final goodbye to long-time police horse Vegas, who was euthanized. Read More
Madison police captain to lead UWPD as new chief
Kristen Roman, a UW–Madison graduate who has extensive experience in community outreach, mental health issues and services to vulnerable populations, will begin her duties on campus Jan. 9. Read More
UW monitoring possibility of new campus carry proposal
University leaders say they will continue to oppose any legislation that would allow concealed weapons in university buildings. Read More
Top 4 UW–Madison police chief candidates to visit campus
Members of the University of Wisconsin–Madison community and general public will have opportunities starting later this month to meet and talk with finalists for the… Read More
Four finalists selected for UWPD police chief
A search committee of faculty, staff, students and community members has selected four finalists for the position of University of Wisconsin–Madison chief of police. Read More
Campus leaders’ statement on sexual assault reports
Sexual violence is unacceptable in our campus and community. We’re committed to transparency and communication, especially in a case as serious as this one. Read More
Berquam: Information on recent sexual assault cases
The following statement was shared by Dean of Students Lori Berquam on Friday, Oct. 21. Sexual violence is unacceptable in our campus and community. As dean… Read More
UWPD bids farewell to longtime Chief Riseling
Colleagues and friends from campus and the broader law enforcement community gathered August 4 to say goodbye to University of Wisconsin Police Chief Susan Riseling, who retired after 25 years of service. Read More
Riseling to retire, lead campus law enforcement association
After 25 years of service, UW Police Chief Sue Riseling will retire in August and lead the International Association of Campus Law Enforcement Administrators. Read More