CSU Police
The goal of the Chicago State University Police Department is to maintain a safe and secure campus environment. Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, the members of the CSU Police Department are trained professionals who present a uniformed presence while serving the University Community. In the course of their duties they employ proactive measures to identify potential problems before they occur, thereby increasing the ability to prevent the occurrence of more serious incidents. |
The CSU Police Department fosters solid relationships with students, faculty, staff, and administrators in several ways by:
The Chicago State University Police Department will work diligently, effectively, and cooperatively with other federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies, to keep the safety of the campus community our highest priority. We will continue to serve in a manner that is respectful to all and that reflects positively upon the University.
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On (August 16, 2023), President Zaldwaynaka (“Z”) Scott, Esq. announced that she had appointed Dwayne Betts to serve as the Chief of the Chicago State University Police Department. Betts, formerly the Deputy Chief of the Chicago Police Department, reported directly to the CPD Superintendent. The selection of Betts comes after an extensive internal search process for the department's next leader. President Scott praised Betts for his exceptional 33-year career in law enforcement, citing his involvement in community policing and various public safety initiatives. Betts, who joined the Chicago Police Department in 1983, ascended the ranks from patrol officer to district commander and ultimately retired in 2019.
KUVVR
KUVRR (pronounced as cov-er) is the new Chicago State University safety App and Platform, being deployed to better serve the safety and crisis management needs of our students, faculty, administration, staff, and visitors. Learn more about KUVRR. Please visit the Google Play or Apple App Store & download "Safety Kuvrr". |
Traffic Stop Conduct
How to conduct yourself during a traffic stop
Online Training Opportunities:
The Emergency Management Institute (EMI) offers self-paced courses designed for the general public and are offered free of charge.Register for your FEMA Student Identification Number here!
The intended audience for this site is the entire University community by providing people with some helpful tools for before, during, and after disasters. Of particular interest may be the IS-907 course, Active Shooter: What You Can Do – FEMA