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New PSU police vehicle

University Police vehicles begin sporting new look

3/26/18

University Police vehicles are a common sight across Penn State campuses, but some of them now have a new look thanks to a collaboration between University Police, Transportation Services and Auxiliary and Business Services' marketing office.

Authorities clear scene following bomb threat; suspicious device was fake

8/22/17

A bomb threat was received by University Police via a telephone call today (Aug. 22) at around 2:45 p.m. The threat was to Research West Building near the White Course (golf course) and the building was immediately evacuated of personnel. Police remained on the scene. Following floor sweeps with Penn State's bomb-sniffing K9 team, police climbed to the roof area, where they discovered a small cylinder with wires attached. A PSU Alert was sent to the campus community when the threat was deemed credible.

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Ask an Ethicist: Lost property on campus

12/5/16

This happens to all of us. For days, sometimes weeks, we may see a forgotten umbrella or other lost item sitting in the back of a classroom or office. After some time, many of us wonder if we could simply take that lost property. Is it ethical to take the lost property?

Accreditation assessment team seeks public comment on University Police

5/12/15

A team of assessors from the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies Inc. will arrive on the University Park campus on June 10 to examine Penn State University Police and Public Safety’s policies and procedures, management, operations and support services -- a required step in a voluntary process to gain accreditation.

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Information sought on vandalism at residence halls

1/16/15

Penn State University Police are investigating an incident of criminal mischief which occurred outside of Leete Hall and Runkle Hall at approximately 3 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 15. An unknown person damaged the card access reader for Leete Hall and also damaged a window frame at Runkle Hall.

University Police remind students of winter break safety procedures

12/9/14

Whether you are heading to grandma's house for her famous apple pie or ringing in the New Year with friends, University Police want students living on and off campus to take a minute to review housing and travel safety procedures before heading off to your favorite winter break destination. Before going home for the holidays, take a few minutes to stop and think if you have followed these safety tips.

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Police seek information on reported indecent assault

11/18/14

University Police are attempting to identify an individual who may have information regarding an indecent assault that reportedly occurred between 1:45 and 2:30 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 1, in the area of East Halls.

University Police to talk sexual violence, intimate partner violence

11/18/14

University Police will offer two online programs that discuss the laws and resources for faculty, staff and students surrounding sexual assault and harassment on campus and intimate partner violence. The first program from 1 to 2 p.m. on Nov. 24 will cover “Sexual Harassment and Assault on Campus.” The second program will focus on “Ripples of Intimate Partner Violence” from 2 to 3 p.m. on Nov. 25. Both can be viewed online via Adobe Connect.

Police investigate report of harassment at Pattee Library

9/23/14

Penn State University Police are investigating a reported incident of harassment at Pattee Library. Between 3:50 and 4 p.m. Sept. 19, an unknown male harassed the victim by rubbing his bare foot on the victim while seated at an adjoining study table.

Police warn campus of recent phone scams

9/5/14

Penn State University Police are investigating several telephone scams that have been reported across campus over the last few days. The callers are indicating they are from a legitimate agency in which the victim owes money.

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