Department of Public Safety
Drexel University's Department of Public Safety takes a holistic, community-oriented approach to providing preventive and protective services to the Drexel University community. We strive to enhance the quality of life on our campuses (University City, Center City and Queen Lane) by integrating the best practices of modern public and private security, law enforcement and fire safety.
Police and security forces provide a highly visible presence around the clock in buildings and public spaces. The Department offers safety and awareness trainings and resources to members of the Drexel community. Understanding the importance of community partnerships, the Department has well-established relationships with many public and private institutions. Safety and security is a shared responsibility, and it is imperative that stakeholders work together to create and sustain a safe environment.
The Department holds itself to the highest professional standards to make you feel safe and welcome. We encourage your feedback to help our services evolve with needs of the University community.
Mission
To enrich the quality of life of our community by providing a safe and secure environment based upon effective relationships and excellence in service.
Vision
To provide the highest professional standards for police, fire and security services that perpetuate safety and peace of mind for all University stakeholders to study, work, live and recreate.
Policies
The following policies are supported by Drexel University's Department of Public Safety and can be reviewed in the Policy Directory:
- PS-2: Authorizing Access to Drexel University Campus Buildings: This policy provides the Campus Accessibility Committee with the authority to designate and modify building access timetables for all Campus Buildings on the University City, Center City and Queen Lane campuses. Members of the University community should also review the Campus Access Building Guidelines for the most recent directives for building access.
- PS-3: CCTV Policy: The purpose of this policy is to regulate the use of closed-circuit television (CCTV) cameras to monitor and record public areas for the purposes of safety and security.