Two coyotes spotted on campus this evening [Saturday, March 6, 2021 | 9:15 pm] Two coyotes were spotted on campus the evening of March 6, 2021, in active pursuit of a deer. University police officers responded to the area and confirmed the sighting. The animals were last seen leaving Officers Circle, heading toward Red Butte […]
Read MoreThe following is a safety message for our campus community [Tuesday, Feb. 16, 2021 | 10:40 pm] In-person classes before 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 17, 2021, are cancelled due to expected weather conditions. Instructors who can move their in-person classes online are encouraged to do so and should communicate directly with their students about any changes. The delayed start will […]
Read MoreU OF U ALERT: FINAL UPDATE ON REPORTED SEXUAL ASSAULT [Friday, February 5, 2021 | 4:39 pm] University Police are continuing to investigate the reported sexual assault from earlier this week. Based on the investigation at this point, evidence suggests that there is no imminent threat to the campus community. In alignment with trauma-informed investigative […]
Read MoreSafety surrounding the U.S. presidential inauguration [Thursday, Jan. 14, 2021 | 3:42 pm] Based on information from national intelligence agencies surrounding the presidential inauguration, police departments across the country, including at the U, are proactively monitoring and increasing security. Over the coming days, University Police will increase officer presence on campus, and any concerning activity […]
Read MoreMountain lion sighting in Red Butte Canyon [Monday, Dec. 14, 2020 | 1:02 pm] Mountain lion spotted in Red Butte Canyon around 11:30 a.m. Use caution in the area. More at: https://publicsafety.utah.edu/campus-alerts/ Around 11:30 a.m. on Monday, Dec. 14, 2020, a mountain lion was spotted in Red Butte Canyon, about 500-700 feet past the second […]
Read MoreAttempted robbery on campus – Oct. 22 Wednesday Oct 28, 2020 University Police today arrested the suspect from the attempted robbery that took place near Stadium TRAX on Thursday October 22, 2020. The suspect is now being booked into jail. Information about support resources for the campus community are available at https://alert.utah.edu. Friday Oct 23, 2020 […]
Read MoreReported sexual assault – Oct. 17 Monday November 9, 2020 University police remain in contact with officials at the U.S. Army Criminal Investigation Division who are investigating this case. More information will be shared once it is available. Monday Oct 26, 2020 Because this incident occurred on Fort Douglas Military Reserve property, the U.S. Army […]
Read MoreWeeklong curfew for Salt Lake City Following protests this past weekend in Salt Lake City, Salt Lake City Mayor Erin Mendenhall has ordered a second curfew. This curfew will go into effect each night at 8 p.m. until 6 a.m. the next day. It will run from June 1-8. Only mandatory employees should be on campus during this time. Clinical employees at University of Utah Health should consult with […]
Read MoreSalt Lake City curfew through Monday morning [Saturday, May 30, 2020 | 8 p.m.] Salt Lake City Mayor Erin Mendenhall has ordered a curfew for all city residents from tonight at 8 p.m. until Monday morning at 6 a.m. Only mandatory employees should be on campus during this time. Clinical employees at University of Utah Health should consult with their supervisors. Information relevant […]
Read MoreEarthquake updates Updated: March 19, 2020, 12:42 p.m. All campus buildings cleared for occupancy All campus buildings have been cleared for occupancy. Note: Many buildings may be closed related to COVID-19 because of staffing and cleaning, but not because of damage related to the earthquake. Updated: March 19, 2020, 11:20 a.m. The Browning building is closed to […]
Read MoreReported sexual assault – Feb. 29 [Thursday, March 5, 2020 | 8:55 am] UPDATE ON INVESTIGATION A university detective specializing in sexual assault and campus police victim advocate are working with the victim to obtain more details in the case and to make support resources available. A suspect in the case has been identified and […]
Read MoreWeather Update [MON FEB 03, 2020 10:21A.M.] ALL CLASSES CANCELLED FOR 2/3/2020 All Monday afternoon and evening classes are cancelled due to hazardous driving conditions and to give crews time to safely clear roadways and sidewalks. All university operated daycares on campus are closed today. The university’s health care system and hospitals will remain open, […]
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