Tag UW-Madison Police
Hi-def group videoconferencing offered on campus
If you need to meet with people located beyond Madison – or even within it – but can’t get everyone in the same room, a convenient service on campus may help. Read More
Recent Sightings: Birthday vest
The UW–Madison Police Department holds a celebration for police dog Maya’s second birthday on Friday, Dec. 13. Read More
Small fire in Chamberlin Hall quickly extinguished
A small electrical fire caused the evacuation of Chamberlin Hall Friday afternoon at the University of Wisconsin–Madison. Read More
Madison Metro buses returning to Bascom Hill
As construction at and around Memorial Union transitions to the next phase, the intersection at North Park Street and Langdon Street has reopened and will again accommodate Madison Metro campus bus routes, according to UW Transportation Services. Read More
Fire on Old University Ave. displaces students
The Dean of Students’ Office is leading efforts to assist approximately 50 University of Wisconsin–Madison students affected by an overnight structural fire near campus. Read More
Some campus streets partly closed for Madison Marathon this weekend
The UW–Madison Police Department is welcoming thousands of athletes and spectators from all over the country to the 2013 Madison Marathon on Sunday, and asks runners, residents and visitors to keep in mind that many downtown roads will have lane restrictions because of the race. Read More
UWPD: Updates on crime-related communications
UWPD Chief Sue Riseling and Dean of Students and Vice Provost for Student Life Lori Berquam sent the following message to the campus community on… Read More
Social workers, others to learn about digital safety and youth
The Internet and cell phones are convenient, and usually offer fun diversions. But there’s a dark side to this new technology. Read More
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report available for download
Dean of Students Lori Berquam sent the following message to campus on Oct. 1, 2013: Members of the UW–Madison Community: In the past few weeks,… Read More
Safety enhancements stem from workplace fatality
The death of a University of Wisconsin–Madison instrument maker has led to several important safety procedures being reviewed and re-emphasized, according to workplace safety officials. Read More
Upcoming events address campus safety
Dean of Students Lori Berquam and the UW Police Department will hold three upcoming events to share information and seek community input on campus safety in the wake of a series of recent armed robberies. Read More
UWPD: Timely Warning information on Sept. 22 incident
UWPD distributed the following message to the campus community on Sept. 22: Members of the UW–Madison Community, You are receiving this Timely Warning message as… Read More
UWPD: Timely Warning information on Sept. 20 incidents
UWPD distributed the following message to the campus community on Sept. 20. Read More
UW brings outreach to Epic’s ‘Deep Space’
Hosting a series of exhibits on Epic Systems campus in Verona for the health care software company’s massive annual users’ group meeting, UW–Madison researchers and outreach experts focused on “Deep Space,” the name of Epic’s new underground auditorium, as a common theme to demonstrate how campus research is making an impact in and out of this world. Read More
UWPD update on Langdon Street incident
Around 6:27 p.m. on Wednesday, UWPD received reports of shots fired in the 100 block of Langdon Street near campus in downtown Madison. UWPD responded along with Madison Police. Read More
Campuswide fire drills scheduled this week
Students, faculty and staff are encouraged to listen for and participate in campus building fire/building evacuation drills taking place today through Thursday across campus. Read More
UWPD warns about recent off-campus armed robberies
In the wake of the third armed robbery in the area surrounding the UW–Madison campus in the last week, UWPD is asking students to put a special emphasis on personal safety in their off-campus apartments and houses. Read More
Scripts and the City
As New York City’s special narcotics prosecutor, Bridget Brennan has seen the city’s drug habit shift from the needle to the crack pipe to the prescription pad. Read More
MPD seeks information on Vilas Avenue armed robbery
Madison police are investigating the armed robbery of three male UW students in the 1200 block of Vilas Avenue around 11:15 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 8. Read More
Lifesaving station issues lake safety reminder
With the tragic drowning of a student in Lake Mendota last week, the UW Lifesaving Station is reminding people of the lake’s potential dangers and encouraging all of those enjoying the water to use caution. Read More