The Marquette University Police Department has announced a pilot program to implement body-worn cameras throughout the department. If the pilot program is successful, the goal will be to outfit every MUPD officer with body-worn cameras by the start of the fall 2023 semester in August. Body-worn cameras record officer interactions with members of the community, […]
Free steering wheel locks available from MUPD; new software available for Hyundai vehicles
The Marquette University Police Department has steering wheel locks (clubs) available for students, faculty or staff who own Kia or Hyundai cars, which have been targeted in auto thefts across the City of Milwaukee. Those with these vehicles interested in receiving a free steering wheel lock should contact Officer Tom Wichgers to schedule a time […]
Safety Task Force efforts help lead to reduced crime on campus
The Marquette University Police Department is reporting reduced crime on campus in the months following MUPD implementing the initiatives recommended by the President’s Task Force on Community Safety last year. President Lovell shared the following update during his ninth annual Presidential Address. Comparing data for the six months prior to the task force with six […]
Marquette University makes safety a top priority
Marquette University is committed to providing the safest environment possible in which to learn, live and work. Through Marquette University Police Department’s expansive patrol operations, on- and off-campus outreach and nationally recognized Department of Campus Safety, Marquette continues to set the standard in excellence in comprehensive campus safety efforts. The university continuously addresses campus and community […]
MUPD warns to protect your delivered packages this holiday season
With Christmas approaching, the Marquette University Police Department is seeing an increase in area package thefts. Here are some tips to protect your packages: Amazon Hub Lockers. Have your Amazon packages delivered to secure Amazon Lockers. The Marquette campus has two locations, with lockers located outside Cobeen Hall (1111 W. Wells Ave.) and at 7-Eleven […]
LIMO safe rideshare service to become EagleExpress in January, rides requested via app
Beginning in January 2023, the LIMO transportation program will become EagleExpress as the service launches a new app, powered by technology from Via, the global leader in TransitTech, to improve the rider experience, increase operational efficiencies and enhance campus safety measures. The new EagleExpress service will be active for the spring 2023 semester with EagleExpress […]
Marquette launches new holistic safety website
Today, Marquette launched a new comprehensive university safety website that has additional safety resources and makes it easier for students, families, faculty and staff to navigate useful safety information online. The new site integrates relevant safety and well-being content from multiple university departments and includes new resources: More thorough safety FAQ Details about the university’s […]
Campus and neighborhood personnel focused on safety priorities
As part of the President’s Task Force on Community Safety, Marquette and its neighborhood stakeholders identified key safety and security priorities and proposed solutions for infrastructure, personnel, resources and partnership. Throughout this past summer and early fall, the university, Marquette University Police Department and Near West Side Partners focused on hiring and activating important services […]
Free steering wheel locks available from MUPD
The Marquette University Police Department has steering wheel locks (clubs) available for students, faculty or staff who own Kia or Hyundai cars, which have been targeted in auto thefts across the City of Milwaukee. Those with these vehicles interested in receiving a free steering wheel lock should contact Officer Tom Wichgers to schedule a time […]
Now open: Safety alert text message enrollment for parents and guardians
Safety alert text message enrollment is now available for parents and guardians, allowing them to receive the same accurate, timely texts their students do. Interested parents and guardians should be prepared for signup in this voluntary offering with their student’s nine-digit MUID number, which is required for enrollment authentication. Parents and guardians have always been […]