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UHPD Promotes Bike/Scooter Safety at First Coffee With a Cop Event of 2025

The University of Houston Police Department kicked off the spring semester with their first Coffee With a Cop event of 2025, aimed at educating students about safety resources. Additionally, officers handed out free U-locks to bike and scooter riders who needed them. The remaining Coffee With a Cop events are scheduled for February 14, March 5, and April 9. Read more about this month’s Coffee With a Cop event and when the next events will take place.

UHPD Releases CRASE Training Dates

Did you know UHPD offers CRASE (Civilian Response to Active Shooter Events) Training? The two-hour training is available to students, faculty, and staff. The training teaches attendees what to do in the event of an active shooter situation and is built on the Avoid, Deny, and Defend (ADD) strategy developed by ALERRT in 2004. The spring semester CRASE training dates are February 6, March 13, and May. Learn more about UHPD’s CRASE Training.

Office of Emergency Management Releases 2024 Annual Report

The Office of Emergency Management has released its 2024 Annual Report. The seven-page report highlights the work the department did across the university. Key highlights include conducting safety audits, improving emergency plans, and implementing academic continuity into operations planning. The report also showcases staff accomplishments and the many training courses it held in 2024. Read more about OEM’s 2024 Annual Report.

UHPD Receives Reaccreditation by IACLEA

The University of Houston Police Department was awarded Reaccreditation by the International Association of Campus Law Enforcement Administrators. The accreditation constitutes the recognition that a department conforms to the highest professional standards for campus law enforcement and protective services. The accreditation process consists of five steps: Candidacy, Self-Assessment, On-site assessment, Commission Review and Award, and Maintain Compliance.

Winter Weather Safety and Preparedness Tips

With colder temperatures on the horizon, it’s important for the campus community to take proactive measures to prepare for winter weather conditions. To that end, the Office of Emergency Management and the Office of Administration have created two sets of winter safety related tips to keep you warm and safe this winter season. Read OEM’s Winter Weather Preparedness tips that include how to build an emergency kit, and Office of Administration’s Winter Safety Tips, including ways to stay healthy this cold season.

Back to Classes Safety Resources Reminder

With the spring semester now upon us, it’s important to remember to stay informed about UH safety resources available to you. Some of the resources include bike/scooter registration, after-hours shuttle service, and safety reminders from UHPD to name a few. Knowing where to find these resources, and how to use them, will go a long way to ensuring your spring semester is a safe one. Learn more about these safety resources.

Kickstart the New Year with Essential Safety Resolutions

The new year is in full swing and with it comes new year’s resolutions. To kickstart your new year, the division presents some essential tips to aid your spring semester. The tips prioritize health, fire safety, lab protocols, emergency preparedness, and distraction-free mobility. Read the essential new year safety tips to learn more

UH Police Department

The University of Houston Police Department (UHPD) strives to enable students, faculty and staff, and visitors to be safe while pursuing their on campus endeavors.

Resources

Emergency Call Boxes Across Campus

Emergency call boxes are placed at various locations across the University of Houston campus. The call boxes can place a call directly to the UHPD dispatch center to request police assistance, security escorts, and any other police service. The call boxes are on free-standing towers or mounted on light poles and are labeled 'Emergency.' See the locations of the emergency call boxes on this interactive map.

UH Bike Registration

Students, faculty and staff who have a bicycle on campus are required to register it. Registration takes only minutes to complete and is free. A registration sticker will be provided and should be placed on the bicycle. Log in to your myParking account through AccessUH to register.

Cougar Ride - After-Hours Shuttle

The Cougar Ride After-Hours Shuttle Service is a new program from Parking and Transportation Services that provides rides to and from all on-campus shuttle stops, as well as MD Anderson Library and Cougar Village/Moody Towers. The service is part of the multi-faceted approach of the Transportation & Security Work Group.

UH Police Help Only One Click Away

UHPD offers a variety of crime prevention programs to our community members: Personal Safety Awareness, Operation ID, Residential and Office Security, Sexual Assault Awareness, Motor Vehicle Theft Prevention, New Student and Employee Police Service Orientation, Community Dialogue Failure to Safeguard Program, Bike Registration, Rape Aggression Defense (RAD), Alcohol Awareness, Drug Awareness. Contact Sergeant Dina Padovan at 713.743.0596 or preventcrime@uh.edu.

Videos

Tips to Prevent Scooter Theft

The University of Houston Police Department shares tips to help prevent scooter thefts on campus. These include using a high-quality U-lock and registering your scooter and serial number through your MyParking account. Watch the video to learn more.

UH Hurricane Preparedness Training Video

The University of Houston Office of Emergency Management would like to make sure you're prepared for the next Hurricane Season with this brief training video.

UHPD Tips to Prevent Catalytic Converter Theft

Residents are urged to follow some prevention tips to help lessen chances of becoming the next in a long line of property crime victims. Check out the tips to prevent catalytic converter theft.

Active Shooter Training

The UHPD Crime Prevention Unit is available for presentations on Active Shooter situations and other topics. We conduct regular Civilian Response to Active Shooter (CRASE) training, and are available for training for campus groups upon request. You may contact UHPD Crime Prevention at 713.743.0596 or preventcrime@uh.edu.

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