University Police

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Mission, Vision & Values

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Mission
We create a safe environment for the campus community in which to live, work and learn through community policing initiatives, education and the judicious enforcement of laws and regulations.

Vision
To make our community feel safe and provide a level of service that exceeds their expectations.

Values
Professionalism —Through accountability and innovation, appearance and conduct, we are committed to consistently providing the highest level of progressive law enforcement services to the campus community.

Service — All members of the University Police Department are committed to helping members of the campus community, solving problems, preventing crime, and promoting a sense of safety and security.  

Understanding — Recognizing the various challenges of everyday life, University Police will strive to deliver services with empathy and understanding.

Integrity — All members of the University Police Department will conduct themselves with honesty and uncompromised adherence to moral and ethical principles and values.

Justice — University Police will enforce the laws of the State of New York and the regulations of the State University of New York in a manner that is fair and just. We are committed to ensuring that every citizen will be treated with equality, dignity, fairness, and respect.

What’s UP?

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University Police officers promote safety and security on campus by being proactive: They patrol campus routinely, enforce the law, and offer educational programs on safety. The department is committed to both the philosophy and the practice of community policing. When investigating crimes, the University Police Department works closely with area law enforcement agencies and shares information with them.

University Police has a close working relationship with the Plattsburgh Police Department, the Clinton County Sheriff’s Office, and the New York State Police. This relationship includes regular radio communications with those agencies and emergency services.

The Office of Emergency Management (OEM) assists the campus in mitigating for, preparing for, responding to and recovering from the effects of all hazards (natural, technological and/or man-made).

Safety & Prevention

SUNY Plattsburgh assists students and employees in creating an environment that supports intellectual, social, and personal growth, as well as promoting health and safety. The college offers many opportunities for campus-wide education at various times throughout the year.

Educational programs focus on primary prevention and awareness for all incoming students and new employees concerning rape, dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking.

These educational programs provide information on college policies and regulations, procedures and practices for when violence occurs, and how to prevent future violence and  include: a statement that these crimes are prohibited at the college; definitions of consent, domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking in the college’s jurisdiction; safe and positive bystander intervention when there’s a risk of one of those incidents; information on risk reduction to recognize warning signs of abusive behavior and avoiding potential attacks; and information about disciplinary procedures. 

Campus Safety Services

• Escort Service

  Don't be embarrassed to be security conscious. It's better to be safe than sorry.

  University Police on-campus escort service available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week from any campus location to any other campus location.

  Call 518-564-2022 to arrange a University Police escort.

• SUNY Plattsburgh Police Bike Patrol

  Specially trained officers patrol the campus roadways and grounds on purpose-specific bicycles outfitted with emergency lighting and reflectors. You will likely see our bicycle patrols at special events, move-in day or other times when having an extremely mobile patrol force would be advantageous. Patrolling on bicycles allows officers to quickly get around campus without the impediment of traffic and with the benefit of being stealthy. Bicycle patrols continue to be popular with police departments nationwide and has proven to be a valuable crime prevention tool.

• Blue Light Phones

  Blue light phones are located across campus and in the foyer entry of buildings on campus.

  Do not hesitate to use one if you believe you might be in danger.

  The phones ring directly in to the University Police dispatch number and an officer will be dispatched to the area.

  Familiarize yourself with the locations of the blue light phones on campus before you need them.

• Vehicle Lock-Outs

  Locked out of your car on campus?  Our officers will assist campus employees, students and visitors 24 hours a day to unlock their vehicles.

• Vehicle Jump Start Kits

  Available to members of the campus community 24 hours a day. Pick up at the University Police office.

• Locksmith

  The locksmith office is responsible for the installation and maintenance of locks on our campus. Our locksmith office will assist students, faculty and staff who are experience issues with their locks. Locksmith services are available Monday – Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. After hours, please contact University Police at 518-564-2022.

• Educational Programs

  Programs to promote awareness and prevention of sexual assault, dating/partner violence, stalking and/or hate crimes and incidents are presented to new in-coming freshman and transfer students, residents of dormitories, members of fraternities and sororities, sports teams, members of student association organizations and other relevant and interested individuals and groups. Some examples include:

  • Rape Aggression Defense course (RAD)
  • Alcohol & drug awareness
  • Personal safety awareness
  • Guest speakers for class projects
  • Crosswalk safety

  Please call in advance for scheduling purposes.

Child & Youth Protection Program

Activities involving children and youth are an integral part of our role as a center of learning in the North Country. SUNY Plattsburgh is committed to protecting the safety and well-being of children and youth who participate in a college-related program or activity (whether on or off-campus) and has developed a child and youth protection program that establishes appropriate conduct for employees charged with the custody, control, or supervision of children and youth.

Find Us on Campus

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