Tag: department of public safety
6 assembly members elected Monday night
Syracuse University’s Student Association on Monday confirmed six new appointments to the organization’s assembly. Read More »
Chinese student leader urges Syracuse University to launch official WeChat account
Yaqi Kang, president of the China Student Development Think Tank, said off-campus areas are still perceived as dangerous by some international students. Read More »
SU creates resource webpage for DACA/undocumented students
The Ad Hoc Committee on Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA)/Undocumented Students was formed after President Donald Trump considered ending the DACA program. Read More »
Police: Student injured in robbery on Comstock Avenue early Wednesday morning
The robbery was reported to police at about 1:45 a.m. Wednesday. Read More »
Police: Student reportedly robbed by man 'in possession of a handgun' on Comstock Avenue
The reported robbery occurred on the 900 block of Comstock Avenue. Read More »
Administrators address student questions at SA forum
Several administrators fielded questions from students and community members at an open forum Monday night. Read More »
Here's how Student Association chairs have advanced several initiatives over the semester
Some initiatives include student organization listening tours, extended library hours and the relaunch of SA’s Chat & Dine program. Read More »
Student Association votes to update Fiscal Code, approve more than $10,000 in funding
The organization last updated the Fiscal Code in 2013. Read More »
DPS answers questions on jurisdiction and parties at SA meeting
At an SA meeting, DPS held a discussion where they answered questions on their jurisdiction, shutting down parties and the safety escort program. Read More »
Syracuse University to close most of the University Place promenade Tuesday morning
An independent film project shooting at Syracuse University will require SU to close parts of the University Place promenade and areas in front of the Hall of Languages. Read More »
Senate committee report underscores LGBTQ issues, calls for increased resources
The report revealed that Department of Public Safety officers are not required to participate in LGBTQ bias training and that the LGBT Resource Center was not invited to participate in accepted students and student recruitment programming events last year. Read More »
The number of sex offenses on Syracuse University’s annual security report are lower than national statistics. Here’s why.
In total, 17 sex offenses were reported on the Department of Public Safety’s 2017 annual security report. Read More »
Students begin to crack from stress of looking for next year's housing
As the number of available adequate living spaces for next year is dwindling, students are beginning to develop a plan B. Read More »
Police investigate report of Uber driver attempting to sexually assault a Syracuse University student
The Syracuse Police Department’s Abused Persons Unit is investigating the incident, which allegedly occurred sometime on the weekend of Sept. 16 to 17, a police spokesman said. Read More »
Department of Public Safety, local police investigating car crimes near Syracuse University
Alleged suspects have been stealing items out of vehicles in neighborhoods east of Syracuse University's campus, police said. Read More »
Syracuse University Abroad officials detail crisis response policy after London terrorist attacks
An attempted attack on the London Tube earlier this month prompted the SU London office staff told students to avoid unnecessary risk. Read More »
Police: Department of Public Safety is investigating off-campus burglaries near Syracuse University
Several off-campus burglaries have occurred in neighborhoods north and east of Syracuse University's campus, police said. Read More »
Officials: Ride-hailing services have had a minimal effect on Syracuse traffic
Ride-hailing services were legalized statewide in late June. Companies such as Uber and Lyft started expanding into Syracuse this summer. Read More »
Syracuse University to roll out safety changes in off-campus student housing areas
Security cameras and shuttles are among the safety projects expected to launch in off-campus neighborhoods this semester. Read More »
DPS continues regular patrol of Syracuse University area during summer months
Despite the decreased student population, the Department of Public Safety continues regular patrols during the summer. The department also conducts drills and trains new officers. Read More »
How the Department of Public Safety is preparing security measures for SU’s 2017 commencement
This commencement will not require the same amount of security that past commencements have had due to high-profile keynote speakers like former Vice President Joe Biden. Read More »
Inside the Department of Public Safety’s intricate Mayfest security apparatus
Cameras play a major role in how DPS keeps students safe during large events. Take a look at how equipment is used to maintain safety. Read More »
Tyler Rossi has learned to adapt his entire life. Now, he’s looking to adapt again by becoming SA’s president.
Tyler Rossi has learned to adapt his entire life. Rossi became a leader on his high school football team despite having only one hand. Now, Rossi is learning to adapt again, and is running for SA president despite having no history within the organization. Read More »
News briefs: what you might have missed this weekend
A suspect was arrested and charged following a “suspicious event” incident on campus last week and Hungry Chuck’s announced the date of its last night of operation at its current location, among other things. Read More »