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Aug

2020

Required emergency notification of positive COVID-19 cases on campus

As we begin the fall semester, Baylor University is required to send an Emergency Notification* under the Clery Act to all students and employees to ensure you are informed about where to access information regarding COVID-19 positive cases on our campus, important personal health and safety precautions and essential sources of information about the coronavirus.

Sep

2019

'If You See Something, Say Something®’: Keeping Baylor’s Campus Safe

WACO, Texas (Sept. 23, 2019)- "If You See Something, Say Something®" campaign was launched in July 2010 by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in conjunction with the U.S. Department of Justice to encourage citizens to report suspicious activity. Since its launch, Baylor University has adopted the principles of the campaign to create a safer campus for students, staff and faculty.

Sep

2019

Active Attack Training Video

The “Avoid. Deny. Defend.” Active Attack Training Video is sensitive in nature. The purpose of the video is not to alarm but to make sure the Baylor community is prepared in the event of an active shooter or active attack situation on campus or any other public place.

Sep

2019

Active Attack Training Video to be Released Tomorrow

Please view the video above in which President Linda A. Livingstone, Ph.D., and Mark Childers, associate vice president of Public Safety and Security, share the importance of viewing the “Avoid. Deny. Defend.” active attack training video, which will be released tomorrow, September 5.

Jun

2019

Dutton Avenue Planned to Close Between S. 5th Street and S. 8th Street

As part of the ongoing I-35 reconstruction project, TxDOT crews plan to close Dutton Avenue between South 5th Street and South 8th Street for approximately six months, beginning Monday, July 1 at 6 a.m., weather permitting.

Jun

2019

I-35 Update: Northbound I-35 Exit to Downtown 5th/4th Streets (Exit 335A) to Temporarily Close Beginning June 3

WACO, Texas (June 3, 2019) – Crews plan to temporarily close the northbound I-35 Downtown 5th/4th Streets exit (335A) Monday, June 3, weather permitting, to allow for construction of the new ramp. A temporary ramp is expected to be open to traffic by early fall.

May

2019

Important I-35 Update: Full Mainlane, Frontage Road Closures May 28-June 1 for Pedestrian Bridge Removal

WACO, Texas (May 24, 2019) – Construction crews will permanently close the I-35 pedestrian bridge at 8th Street on Tuesday, May 28, with removal scheduled to begin that night in anticipation of the reconstruction of I-35 mainlanes. To keep crews and the traveling public safe, this will include overnight FULL southbound and northbound frontage road and mainlane closures throughout the week. Please read the information below so you can plan alternate routes to, from and around campus next week.

May

2019

I-35 Notice: Permanent Ramp and Bridge Removal Starting Sunday Night

WACO, Texas (May 10, 2019) – Beginning Sunday night, May 12, construction crews will begin the permanent closure of two direct-access ramps between Interstate 35 and Business 77. In addition, on Monday, crews will permanently close the 11th/12th Streets bridge that crosses over I-35.

Oct

2018

Join the BUPD in the DEA National Rx Take-Back Initiative on Oct. 27

In honor of the DEA's National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day Oct. 27, 2018, drop-off your unused and expired prescription drugs at the BUPD Station Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. BUPD officers will securely dispose of all prescription drugs collected.

Jan

2018

Baylor Lariat: Training for active shooter situations available, encouraged for students

There have been 11 school shootings in the United States in the first 23 days of 2018, according to the New York Times. Reports of such incidents are seemingly loosing their impact and weight because of the frequency with which they occur.
In lieu of the increasing threat, Baylor Police Chief Brad Wigtil urges students to become more knowledgeable about emergency procedures. (Baylor Lariat)

Jan

2018

Baylor Lariat: BUPD urges students to practice safe behavior on campus

Everyone plays a part in campus safety- find out how you can help.

Nov

2017

Baylor Lariat: BUPD asks community to help prevent bike theft

You can help reduce the opportunity for bike thefts by locking your bike with the right equipment and registering your bike with the Baylor Department of Public Safety.

May

2017

A Path To Success: Programs and Policies to Enhance Prevention and Safety

“Baylor University is committed to safety. We wake up each day focused on how to get better and create an even safer campus,” Wigtil said. “The Baylor Police Department will never become complacent and will continue to evaluate, research and implement new programs to enhance safety on campus.”

May

2017

Investigations with a Trauma Informed Approach

The Baylor University Police Department (BUPD) recognized a growing need to implement new approaches to working with sexual assault victims using trauma-informed, victim-centered methods. Through intensive training and a commitment to serving the Baylor community, the BUPD is specially equipped to respond to reports and to conduct investigations concerning sexual violence.

May

2017

Forefront of their Field

An intense focus on training enables the Baylor University Police Department to stay prepared and to serve the campus community

Apr

2017

Strengthening Campus Safety and Security: Changes to the Department of Public Safety

The safety and wellbeing of our campus community is of utmost importance to Baylor University. The Department of Public Safety has made tremendous strides strengthening campus safety and security over the past few years.

Apr

2017

Clery Program Review

Last week we informed the campus community of the many efforts that have been made over the past few years to enhance the safety and security of Baylor University. We have since been notified by the U.S. Department of Education that beginning next month the Clery Act Compliance/Campus Safety Operations group will review Baylor's Annual Fire Safety and Security Reports, as well as the University's Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention Program and other related safety and security materials, as part of a Clery Program Review.

Apr

2017

Baylor Police and Waco Advocacy Center: A Vital Partnership

The partnership between the Baylor University Police Department (BUPD) and the Waco Advocacy Center is a steadfast alliance that has sought to bring about change in response to sexual assaults.

Apr

2017

Baylor Lariat: Department of Public Safety reorganizes, enhances BU police force

An external review of the Baylor Police Department by Margolis Healy & Associates resulted in the reorganization and enhancement of the Baylor University Police Department, including the hiring of a new police chief.

Baylor’s vice president for facilities and operations, Brian Nicholson, sent an email to students, faculty and staff Wednesday afternoon with information about improvements Baylor’s Department of Public Safety has made since commissioning the review.

Apr

2017

Campus Safety Update

The safety and wellbeing of the campus community is of utmost importance to Baylor University.

Apr

2017

To serve and protect

Over the past three years, Baylor University has made a significant investment in leadership, staffing and training in the Department of Public Safety (DPS) to establish a professional public safety operation that pursues excellence in all things.

Jan

2017

Thank you, Baylor Police!

In a time of danger — say, a fire breaks out, or a crime is committed — most of us will run away; that’s just human nature. Thankfully, we have first responders — such as Baylor University Police Department (BUPD) officers — who run to the scene, even into harm’s way, to help keep us safe. We …

Sep

2016

A United Force: the Baylor Department of Public Safety

The Baylor University Department of Public Safety (DPS) is absolutely committed to the success and well-being of Baylor students, faculty and staff.

Sep

2016

Baylor University Police Department to Host First National Night Out Event for Campus Community

WACO, Texas (Sept. 28, 2016) –The Baylor University Police Department (BUPD) is hosting its first National Night Out event, #BUNightOut, for the Baylor residential community at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 4, 2016, on Fountain Mall.

Jun

2016

To Serve and Protect

Safety and security at Baylor is a far-reaching endeavor. Childers said the Department of Public Safety (DPS) staff works everything from bicycle theft to counterterrorism - a stark reminder of how campus-life threats have evolved in the past two decades.

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