Assault suspect sought by police
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The suspect has been identified as 43-year old Uiva R. Solovi.
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Introducing “The Dispatch”, the Department of Public Safety’s newsletter
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I am excited to announce the launch of the Department of Public Safety’s new newsletter, The Dispatch. Our department has made significant changes over the years, and we believe that better communication across campus is essential as we build a safer and more united campus community. The Dispatch will provide updates on our department’s activities, […]
Read MoreChief Safety Officer responds to ESPN+ documentary
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ESPN+ released a documentary about the 2018 murder of Lauren McCluskey. That has some people asking important questions about what the University of Utah has done to prevent a similar tragedy from happening ever again. Keith Squires, who led the investigation into how the U’s department of public safety handled the investigation, discusses the long […]
Read MoreOfficers debut Pride patches, first of special uniform series
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One big thing As the University of Utah celebrates Pride week March 27 through April 1, officers in the department of public safety will debut a special uniform patch showing support for the LGBTQ+ community. Why it matters “Our team has been working a long time on this project to incorporate different patches in recognition […]
Read MoreUniversity of Utah responds to ESPN+ McCluskey documentary
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University leaders will host a series of listening sessions in the coming weeks to give students and other members of the campus community the opportunity to ask questions and learn about systemic changes made to safety on campus over the past four years. Information about those sessions will be posted shortly.
Read MoreUniversity of Utah’s first safety review committee transitions to new leaders
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IRC reviews do not replace the department internal review and disciplinary processes.
Read MoreFirst campus safety conference continues effort for change
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The event was a platform for two grieving mothers who are determined to change the trajectory of campus and interpersonal violence.
Read More‘Reimagining Public Safety: Dream realized or deferred?’
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Nearly 100 students, faculty, staff and community members attended the department’s DOCA panel discussion, “Reimagining Public Safety: Dream realized or deferred?” both in-person and via Zoom.
Read MoreChris Snyder appointed as CSO’s Chief of Staff
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Snyder was appointed to his new role at the beginning of February.
Read MoreDepartment of Public Safety mourns loss of K9 Zarah
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She is remembered for her for dedication and playful nature.
Read MoreU brings together campus safety leaders from across Utah
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The conference is intended to bring together campus safety leaders and officers from across Utah.
Read MoreReimagining Public Safety: Dream realized or deferred?
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On Wednesday, Feb. 8 from 6-7:30 p.m. the University of Utah Department of Public Safety will host the panel discussion, “Reimagining Public Safety: Dream realized or deferred?” in the J. Willard Marriott Library, Gould Auditorium. Campus policing continues to be top of mind for students, faculty, and staff on the University of Utah campus. This […]
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