Public Safety & U

2024
- Protecting Yourself, Your Physical Property and Your Digital Property
  
  November 11, 2024
  Public Safety & U — November 2024
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- Time to Check Your Smoke Alarms — and Other Fall Safety Tips
  
  October 11, 2024
  Public Safety & U — October 2024
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- Red Flags to Avoid Scammers and Other Back-to-School Safety Tips
  
  September 09, 2024
  Public Safety & U — September 2024
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- New School Year, Same Commitment to Safety
  
  August 23, 2024
  Public Safety and U — August 2024 (Students)
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- Summertime Safety and National Night Out
  
  July 15, 2024
  Public Safety & U – July 2024
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- Here’s to a Safe and Celebratory Summer
  
  June 07, 2024
  Public Safety & U — June 2024
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- Bike Safety 101 for Riders and Drivers (Students)
  
  May 06, 2024
  Public Safety & U — May 2024
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- Bike Safety 101 for Riders and Drivers (Faculty and Professional Staff)
  
  May 06, 2024
  May is National Bicycle Safety Month, a great opportunity to brush up on the rules of the road (for both bikers and drivers) and the best gear to keep you safe.
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- How Does it Work?: Drexel Guardian App
  
  April 23, 2024
  Vice President of Public Safety and Chief of Police Melvin “Mel” Singleton Jr. shared a detailed breakdown on everything the community should know about the Drexel Guardian app.
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- April Showers, May Flowers and Keeping Safe What’s Ours
  
  April 08, 2024
  Public Safety & U — April 2024
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- Partnerships and Projects: Drexel's Recent Industry and Civic Engagement Connections
  
  March 25, 2024
  Last term, Drexel University expanded its collaborations with local organizations and industry partners.
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- Brush Up on Responsible Drinking and Emergency Protocols
  
  March 08, 2024
  Public Safety and U — March 2024
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- Protect Your Heart, Don’t Get Burned and Other Safety Tips for February
  
  February 09, 2024
  Public Safety & U — February 2024
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- Heard Around Campus — January 2024
  
  January 26, 2024
  New year, new opportunities! There are ways to grow your professional development at work, start earning money by participating in Drexel’s A Healthier U wellness program, and contribute to and learn from the upcoming Black History Month and the University’s ongoing climate and sustainability efforts.
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- Resolve to Adopt New Personal Safety Habits in 2024
  
  January 17, 2024
  Public Safety & U — January 2024
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2023
- Partnerships and Projects: Drexel's Recent Industry and Civic Engagement Connections
  
  December 14, 2023
  This update offers a snapshot of activity courtesy of the Office of the Provost and the Office of University and Community Partnerships.
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- How to Shop Safely for the Holidays
  
  December 11, 2023
  Public Safety & U – December 2023
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- Public Safety & U — November 2023
  
  November 09, 2023
  Public Safety & U — November 2023
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- Don’t Get Spooked, Get Smart: Fire Prevention, Walking Escorts and More October Safety Tips
  
  October 12, 2023
  Public Safety & U — October 2023
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- Calling All Dragons on the Move: Bookmarks These Safety Tips (Student/Family Edition)
  
  September 11, 2023
  In this edition of Public Safety & U, you’ll find some key contact information to store in your phone, as well as everything you need to know about safely traveling on campus and in the Greater Philadelphia area.
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- Calling All Dragons on the Move: Bookmarks These Safety Tips (Faculty and Professional Staff Edition)
  
  September 11, 2023
  In this edition of Public Safety & U, you’ll find some key contact information to store in your phone, as well as everything you need to know about safely traveling on campus and in the Greater Philadelphia area.
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- Public Safety & U — August 2023
  
  August 11, 2023
  To help you prepare for a safe start to the new academic year, this feature is jam-packed with safety tips and planning resources.
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- Heard Around Campus — July 2023
  
  July 26, 2023
  Sign up for on-campus consultations with Drexel’s retirement plan provider, TIAA, and use virtual resources and seminars from SupportLinc., Drexel’s employee assistance provider.
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- Public Safety & U — July 2023
  
  July 10, 2023
  Mark your calendar for National Night Out, celebrate summer holidays responsibly and keep your car safe during Vehicle Theft Protection Month.
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- A Year in Review: Drexel University's Public Safety Oversight Committee
  
  June 12, 2023
  During its first full year of operation and charge, the group of over a dozen faculty, professional staff, student and community members engaged in practices to represent the university community and ensure more accountability and transparency regarding the Drexel Department of Public Safety.
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- Public Safety & U — June 2023 (Faculty and Professional Staff)
  
  June 05, 2023
  With the summer months and end of term coming up, Drexel Public Safety offered tips for move-out etiquette and summer travel safety, as well as avoiding scammers.
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- Public Safety & U — June 2023 (Students)
  
  June 05, 2023
  In this edition of PS&U, DPS offers tips for move-out etiquette, summer travel safety, and avoiding scammers. Plus: reflections on Pride Month and Juneteenth.
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- Public Safety & U — May 2023
  
  May 08, 2023
  Tips for staying safe and aware of your surroundings when traveling by bike, foot, transit, vehicle and rideshare.
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- Public Safety & U — April 2023
  
  April 12, 2023
  Tips for a safe spring term, recognizing public safety telecommunicators, a new format for SAFE classes and more.
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- Public Safety & U — March 2023
  
  March 13, 2023
  Championing women in law enforcement, boosting your emergency preparedness, staying safe during spring revelry and more.
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- Public Safety & U — March 2023
  
  March 13, 2023
  Championing women in law enforcement, boosting your emergency preparedness, staying safe during spring revelry and more.
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- Public Safety and U — February 2023
  
  February 06, 2023
  Get to know Drexel's new vice president and chief of police, study up on burn prevention, learn how to safely celebrate the Super Bowl outcome, and more.
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- Q&A: Mel Singleton on Leading Drexel University's Department of Public Safety
  
  January 12, 2023
  Singleton comes to the University with 28 years of experience from the Philadelphia Police Department and hopes to make the University's police department part of the community.
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- Four New Year’s Safety Resolutions From DPS
  
  January 11, 2023
  Drexel Public Safety shared tips for a safe and healthy 2023, including kitchen habits, self-protection classes and more.
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2022
- Top 10 Most Popular DrexelNow Stories of 2022
  
  December 16, 2022
  Dragons really read a lot this past year about everything from NOT washing raw chicken … to TikTok-famous cats … to monkeypox.
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- Public Safety & U — December
  
  December 02, 2022
  Drexel Public Safety shared ways to protect yourself, your loved ones and your belongings this holiday season, from avoiding decorating hazards to responsibly using a space heater.
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- New Homepage, New Leader, Same Commitment to Safety
  
  November 16, 2022
  Public Safety & U — November
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- Melvin Singleton Jr. to Join Drexel as Vice President of Public Safety and Chief of Police
  
  November 04, 2022
  A message was sent to the Drexel community about the appointment of Melvin Singleton Jr. as Drexel's senior vice president of Public Safety and Chief of Police.
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- Public Safety & U — October
  
  October 11, 2022
  Security officers shared how you can request a walking escort from Drexel Public Safety and what happens when you do.
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- Top 10 Campus Safety Tips for the Start of Fall Term
  
  September 16, 2022
  Drexel Public Safety wants to make it as easy as possible for you to know all the best practices for protecting yourself, your community and your belongings.
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- Top 10 Campus Safety Tips for the Start of Fall Term
  
  September 16, 2022
  Drexel Public Safety wants to make it as easy as possible for you to know all the best practices for protecting yourself, your community and your belongings.
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- Public Safety & U — August
  
  August 10, 2022
  Get ready for a safe return to campus this fall by learning how DPS uses various modes of communication to keep you informed and how you can connect with DPS 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
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- What You Need to Know About Monkeypox
  
  July 28, 2022
  Drexel College of Medicine physician Amy Althoff and chief wellness officer and senior vice provost for community health Marla Gold shared what the Philadelphia community needs to know about monkeypox.
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- Public Safety & U — July
  
  July 11, 2022
  Stay cool with tips on understanding signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and fatigue and ways to learn more and engage with Drexel Public Safety.
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- Public Safety & U — June
  
  June 13, 2022
  Go through important summer travel safety tips from Drexel Public Safety and read Outgoing Vice President for Public Safety Eileen Behr’s farewell message.
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- Public Safety & U — May
  
  May 09, 2022
  Drexel Public Safety shares tips to keep you safe, whether you’re walking to your destination, driving or ridesharing, biking, or taking public transportation.
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- Public Safety & U — April (Students)
  
  April 11, 2022
  Celebrate dispatchers during National Public Safety Telecommunicator’s Week, and get out into the nice weather to connect with and serve the community.
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- Public Safety & U — April
  
  April 08, 2022
  Celebrate dispatchers during National Public Safety Telecommunicator’s Week, and get out into the nice weather to connect with and serve the community.
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- Public Safety & U — March (Student Edition)
  
  March 28, 2022
  With the warmer weather and looser COVID-19 restrictions, you might be planning to spend more time out and about. To refresh your personal safety toolkit, consider participating in Public Safety’s all-inclusive self-protection program and learn about the best way to secure your belongings at the Rec Center.
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- Public Safety & U — March
  
  March 11, 2022
  With the warmer weather and looser COVID-19 restrictions, you might be planning to spend more time out and about. To refresh your personal safety toolkit, consider participating in Public Safety’s all-inclusive self-protection program and learn about the best way to secure your belongings at the Rec Center.
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- Public Safety & U — February
  
  February 03, 2022
  National Burn Awareness Week is Feb. 6. Are you following safety protocols to avoid burns in the kitchen and/or at work? Drexel Public Safety and the Department of Food & Hospitality Management are sharing kitchen precautions to keep you safe.
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- Public Safety & U — January
  
  January 10, 2022
  New year, new opportunity to refresh your emergency preparedness plans.
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2021
- Public Safety & U — December (Faculty and Professional Staff)
 
 December 06, 2021
 Need a police escort for your evening walk home? Want to keep your holiday deliveries secure? The Department of Public Safety's got you.
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- Public Safety & U — December (Student)
 
 December 06, 2021
 Need a police escort for your evening walk home? Want to keep your holiday deliveries secure? The Department of Public Safety's got you.
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- Announcing the Drexel Public Safety Oversight Committee
 
 November 15, 2021
 A message was sent to the Drexel community Nov. 15 about the creation of an oversight committee as part of Drexel's ongoing efforts to reimagine public safety.
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- Public Safety & U — November
 
 November 08, 2021
 Public Safety has tips to ensure your online shopping ends up in the right place. Plus, in this month’s Public Safety & U, learn about how to participate in a Department of Public Safety community survey and donate to Drexel’s Military Care Package Drive.
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- PUBLIC SAFETY & U — October
 
 October 18, 2021
 How does Drexel work to mitigate fire risks? What can you do to prevent and respond to fire emergencies? Drexel Public Safety has the answers.
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- PUBLIC SAFETY & U — October (Student)
 
 October 18, 2021
 How does Drexel work to mitigate fire risks? What can you do to prevent and respond to fire emergencies? Drexel Public Safety has the answers.
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- Public Safety & U — September
 
 September 20, 2021
 Now that you’re likely spending more time on campus, make sure you’re aware of the ways Drexel Public Safety is here to help, from advice to workshops to emergency numbers.
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- Public Safety & U — August
 
 August 16, 2021
 The Department of Public Safety prepared a checklist of safety-related actions you can take now to prepare for your arrival at Drexel next month.
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- Public Safety & U — July
 
 July 12, 2021
 In this month’s feature, learn more about cool tips to avoid heat exhaustion and some of the services provided at the Drexel University Police Department’s headquarters.
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- Public Safety & U — June
 
 June 07, 2021
 Read about Vice President for Public Safety and Drexel University Police Department Chief Eileen Behr’s pledge to work with the Drexel community to re-envision public safety, the accomplishments of Drexel EMS’ graduating class, and how to stay safe during your summer travels.
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- New Post Created to Nurture a Culture of Wellness at Drexel
 
 May 27, 2021
 Marla J. Gold, MD, currently vice provost for community health, has been appointed to the new position of senior vice provost for Community Health and Chief Wellness Officer.
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- Public Safety & U — May
 
 May 03, 2021
 With increased outside activity now and in the months ahead, Drexel Public Safety encourages pedestrians and drivers alike to be aware of your surroundings and follow best safety practices along the way.
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- Public Safety & U — April
 
 April 05, 2021
 Learn more about the work behind the Drexel University Public Safety Communications Center and reacquaint yourself with some safety tips applicable for both those on and off campus this term.
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- Meet Drexel’s New ‘Health Ambassadors’
 
 March 10, 2021
 At the beginning of winter term, the University instituted a new public safety measure to ensure that everyone on campus observes pandemic-era safety guidelines, especially in high-traffic areas at peak times.
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- Public Safety & U — March (Student)
 
 March 08, 2021
 This month, Public Safety shares alcohol awareness tips and reviews the Responsible Dragon Amnesty Program.
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- Public Safety & U — March (Faculty/Professional Staff)
 
 March 08, 2021
 This month, Public Safety shared alcohol awareness tips and how to take its virtual, interactive, monthly presentations on situational preparedness.
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- Public Safety & U — February
 
 February 10, 2021
 This month, Public Safety & U is urging those on campus to be aware of vehicle theft, and an update on a successful military care package drive.
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- Public Safety & U — January
 
 January 11, 2021
 Drexel Public Safety reiterates key campus safety information to remember and put into practice during this exciting time in our phased return to campus and in the new year.
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2020
- Public Safety & U — December
 
 December 02, 2020
 Follow these holiday safety tips when working outdoors, decorating inside, using space heaters and shopping online and in person.
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- Public Safety & U — November
 
 November 04, 2020
 Drexel Public Safety offers resources on how to stay informed about what’s going on in the city, and on your front porch.
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- Public Safety & U — October
 
 October 09, 2020
 Drexel Public Safety brings you tips on being a good neighbor in Philadelphia.
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- Public Safety & U — September
 
 September 10, 2020
 Whether you’re on campus or not, there are precautions to take and best practices to be aware of to create a safe, secure and healthy environment for you, your fellow Dragons and your neighbors.
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- PUBLIC SAFETY & U — July
 
 July 08, 2020
 The Department of Public Safety shared tips for staying safe during times of hot weather, barbecues and home-use fireworks.
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- PUBLIC SAFETY & U — June
 
 June 08, 2020
 Be sure to follow new recommendations now that Philadelphia has entered the “yellow” phase of pandemic response, and congratulate the Drexel Emergency Medical Services student organization for its national recognition in emergency response planning.
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- Community Discussion Jumpstarts University Action on Topics of Race
 
 June 08, 2020
 DrexelNow provides the full transcript of a virtual community discussion convened by Drexel to answer questions about how the University is building an antiracist and inclusive culture.
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- PUBLIC SAFETY & U — May
 
 May 06, 2020
 Drexel Public Safety shared tips for enjoying the outdoors safely, from where practice social distancing in public outdoor areas and how to stay safe when grilling.
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- PUBLIC SAFETY & U — April
 
 April 05, 2020
 Though the spring term is conducted remotely, Drexel Public Safety is still working to safely ensure the protection of essential personnel and monitor Drexel’s buildings, businesses and streets on campus.
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- PUBLIC SAFETY AND U – March (Faculty/Staff)
 
 March 04, 2020
 The Department of Public Safety urges all members of the University community to enjoy March activities responsibly when imbibing in alcoholic beverages.
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- PUBLIC SAFETY AND U – March (Student)
 
 March 04, 2020
 The Department of Public Safety urges students to observe federal drinking age laws and consume responsibly when imbibing in alcoholic beverages.
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- Heard Around Campus — February
 
 February 26, 2020
 From a new leave of absence process to Drexel’s participation in a nationwide recycling competition, there’s a lot that was announced and occurred this month for faculty and staff to catch up on.
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- PUBLIC SAFETY AND U — February
 
 February 03, 2020
 This month’s Public Safety updates include winter preparedness tips and a spotlight on its partnership with the Undergraduate Student Government Association.
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- Heard Around Campus — January
 
 January 29, 2020
 Catch up on campus news like Drexel’s campus safety ranking and the upcoming RecycleMania competition.
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- PUBLIC SAFETY AND U — January
 
 January 14, 2020
 If you’re making goals and resolutions this year, there are a few you could add to ensure you’re fully aware of how to protect yourself and be safe on campus.
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2019
- Heard Around Campus — December
  
  December 17, 2019
  In the final days before winter break, make sure you’re aware of special break hours and upcoming opportunities for wellness, massages and financial check-ups at the start of next term.
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- PUBLIC SAFETY & U — December
  
  December 09, 2019
  If you’re travelling, decorating and/or shopping this month, Drexel Public Safety has some tips for safely preparing for the holidays.
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- PUBLIC SAFETY & U — November
  
  November 01, 2019
  This month’s feature from Drexel Public Safety features tips for being safe on campus and avoiding package thefts.
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- PUBLIC SAFETY & U — October
  
  September 27, 2019
  Fire Prevention Week is the perfect opportunity to acquaint yourself with fire safety facts, tips and prevention services offered by Drexel’s Department of Public Safety.
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- PUBLIC SAFETY & U — September
  
  August 29, 2019
  With the start of the new academic year coming up, now is a good time to refresh your knowledge about safety services available to you at Drexel.
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- PUBLIC SAFETY & U — August
  
  August 05, 2019
  This month’s installment features information about community policing and tips to remember when parking and walking through a parking lot.
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- Heard Around Campus: July
  
  July 29, 2019
  It’s around the middle of summer, and the middle of the summer term. Here’s what all Drexel University faculty and staff should know about going forward.
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- PUBLIC SAFETY & U — July
  
  June 26, 2019
  This month’s installment features a reminder to register for the R.A.D. self-defense summer session and ways to safely enjoy summer barbecues and outdoor celebrations.
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- Campus Digest — June 2019
  
  June 10, 2019
  Here’s what you need to know about spring 2019 move-out and storage, summer programs and some recently completed construction projects.
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- PUBLIC SAFETY & U — June
  
  June 03, 2019
  This month’s features important summer travel safety tips and a spotlight on the graduating seniors of Drexel EMS and its graduating seniors.
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- PUBLIC SAFETY & U — May
  
  May 06, 2019
  This month’s column features rideshare safety tips and getting to know the Drexel University Public Safety Communications Center.
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- PUBLIC SAFETY & U — April
  
  March 29, 2019
  The April edition of the Public Safety & U feature showcases upcoming events and highlights the Drexel Police Department.
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- Heard Around Campus — March
  
  March 27, 2019
  With the spring term starting next week, there are several deadlines and opportunities that Drexel faculty and staff should be aware of going into April.
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- Campus Digest — March 2019
  
  March 14, 2019
  Kick off spring term at Drexel with activities, announcements and a look toward commencement.
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- PUBLIC SAFETY & U — March
  
  March 01, 2019
  This month's issue of the monthly PUBLIC SAFETY & U newsletter focuses on the 10-year anniversary of the Drexel Police Department.
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- PUBLIC SAFETY & U — February
  
  February 06, 2019
  This month’s “Public Safety & U” feature focuses on how the University works with Allied Universal security officers.
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- Briefly Noted: Campus News From Fall 2018
  
  January 14, 2019
  Faculty and staff can catch up on campus news and personnel stories from last term.
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- PUBLIC SAFETY & U — January
  
  January 03, 2019
  In this edition of “Public Safety & U,” Drexel’s Department of Public Safety introduced its Operations unit and gave updates on its recent community commitments.
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- PUBLIC SAFETY & U — January
  
  January 03, 2019
  In this edition of “Public Safety & U,” Drexel’s Department of Public Safety introduced its Operations unit and gave updates on its recent community commitments.
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2018
- Campus Digest — December 2018
  
  December 20, 2018
  Welcome to your “Campus Digest,” a new DrexelNow feature aimed at keeping students and their families abreast of campus news, happenings and opportunities.
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- PUBLIC SAFETY & U — December
  
  November 30, 2018
  This December version of the monthly "PUBLIC SAFETY & U" column features information about Drexel's Fire and Emergency Services.
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- PUBLIC SAFETY & U — November 2018
  
  November 02, 2018
  Drexel’s Department of Public Safety is launching a new monthly feature, called "Public Safety & U," to keep Dragons informed, involved and safe within the Drexel University community.
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- Here’s How Drexel’s Victim Services Coordinator Can Help You Rebuild After a Crime
  
  October 03, 2018
  Drexel’s Victims Services Coordinator works out of the Department of Public Safety and is ready to support and provide services for Dragons who are victims of crime.
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- Check out the New Public Safety Website Refresh
  
  June 18, 2018
  Drexel’s Department of Public Safety recently completed a website redesign to make it easier for find information related to safety and communication outreach.
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- Drexel’s Department of Public Safety Celebrates Employees of the Year
  
  April 30, 2018
  At its annual Commendation Ceremony earlier this month, all facets of the Drexel University Department of Public Safety came together to recognize departmental achievements and individual valor.
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- Emergency Preparedness Q&A With Drexel’s Head of Public Safety
  
  March 08, 2018
  Drexel’s Vice President of Public Safety Eileen Behr answered a few questions about how Dragons can be more prepared for emergency situations on and off campus.
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2017
- Drexel Public Safety Communication Center, Police Department Earn Reaccreditation
  
  December 19, 2017
  The Drexel University Public Safety Communications Center (DUPSCC) and Drexel University Police Department (DUPD) were recently reaccredited by the Commission on the Accreditation of Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA).
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- Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement to Evaluate Drexel Police
  
  June 25, 2017
  A team of assessors from the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc. (CALEA) will visit Drexel University from July 9-12 to evaluate all aspects of the Drexel University Police Department’s policies and procedures, management, operations and support services.
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- Evaluating Drexel's Public Safety Communications Center
  
  June 01, 2017
  The University community is invited to participate in an evaluation of Drexel’s University Public Safety Communications Center as part of its accreditation process this month.
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2016
- How to Respond to an Active Shooter: ‘Run, Hide, Fight’
  
  December 05, 2016
  For the past two years, Drexel’s Department of Public Safety has been offering training for emergency situations and workplace safety, such as an active shooting on campus. That information, previously available though in-person sessions, can now be completed online at the convenience of faculty and staff.
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- Risk-Taking Behaviors Tied to Racial Disparities in HIV in Gay Communities
  
  November 14, 2016
  Researchers from Drexel University’s Dornsife School of Public Health re-examined data showing a disparity between HIV prevalence in black and white men who have sex with men and found that a racial gap between them was reduced once levels of risk within their communities were considered.
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- Drexel’s Emergency Medical Services Student Organization Named One of the Best in the Country
  
  April 18, 2016
  A group of dedicated and licensed emergency medical professionals who are also Drexel students was recently recognized by the top organization in their field by the National Collegiate Emergency Medical Services Foundation.
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- Who You Gonna Call? Understanding the Drexel Police Department
  
  March 31, 2016
  If you live in the residence halls on the north end of campus or in one of the homes in Powelton Village, you’ve probably seen Drexel Police on the beat — along with several other law enforcement groups with jurisdiction over the area. Here’s how they all work together to keep you safe.
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- Crime is Down at Drexel, Thanks to a Team Effort
  
  February 23, 2016
  Vice President of Public Safety Eileen Behr is reluctant to take credit for the drop in crime statistics. According to her, lower crime is due to the entire Drexel community working together.
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2015
- University Makes Interim Appointments for Public Safety, IRT
  
  July 01, 2015
  Drexel made several interim appointments to its leadership while searches go on for permanent replacements.
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- Drexel Adopts National Standards for Addressing Campus Sexual Violence
  
  April 24, 2015
  As the national conversation on sexual violence on college campuses continues, the Office of Equality and Diversity has improved its process for investigations and is leading the charge to promote a more proactive culture of prevention.
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- Staying Vigilant Against Public Health Emergencies
  
  April 21, 2015
  A committee first formed to meet the threat of the H1N1 flu in 2009 has returned as a permanent fixture to keep Drexel ready in the face of future public health emergencies.
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- Drexel Communications Center Hosts Training for Area Agencies
  
  March 03, 2015
  Drexel's Public Safety Communications Center is the nation's only college or university communications center to receive accredition. As such, it has taken a leadership role in training similar agencies in Philadelphia.
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- A ‘Science Fair’ for Community Research
  
  February 02, 2015
  An annual gathering of researchers from Drexel and like-minded institutions with representatives from 27 community organizations serves as the spark point for partnerships looking into social problems that matter.
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2014
- Drexel Public Health Research at APHA 2014
  
  November 18, 2014
  Researchers from Drexel University presented research on a wide range of public health topics emphasizing urban health challenges, geographic methods in public health, community resilience and more, at the 142nd annual meeting and exposition of the American Public Health Association in New Orleans.
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- Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement to Evaluate Drexel Police
  
  October 16, 2014
  A team of assessors from the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc. will visit Drexel to evaluate all aspects of the Drexel University Police Department’s policies and procedures, management, operations and support services.
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- Download Drexel Guardian
  
  September 22, 2014
  Something that’s free, quick and designed to keep you safe is waiting in the app store for you. The new Drexel Guardian app is ready for download and it’s worth the two minutes it takes to set it up.
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- Accreditation Assessors to Visit Drexel
  
  June 27, 2014
  A team of assessors from the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc. (CALEA), will visit Drexel from July 13 to July 16, to evaluate all aspects of the Drexel University Public Safety Communications Center’s policies and procedures, management, operations and support services.
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- Police Chief Q-and-A
  
  May 09, 2014
  DrexelNow sat down with Eileen Behr, Drexel's new director of police operations, to discuss what it was like to work at a time when women were first entering police departments and why the world can seem pretty small for a police officer.
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- Behr appointed police chief at Drexel
  
  January 23, 2014
  Former Montgomery County Sheriff Eileen Behr officially started her tenure on Jan. 7 as Drexel University’s director of Police Operations.
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2013
- Q&A With Paul Thomas Clements: Talking Tragedy on Roosevelt Boulevard
  
  July 22, 2013
  Last week, a mother and her four young sons were crossing Roosevelt Boulevard when a speeding car—driven by an alleged drag racer—crashed into the family. The oldest boy, Saa'yon Griffin, was the only survivor. Paul Thomas Clements says that what young survivors and their caregivers need most after a tragic loss is honest communication.
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- Secretary Napolitano Visits Drexel to Announce Campus Resilience Program
  
  April 02, 2013
  Secretary of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano traveled to Drexel University to announce seven colleges and universities competitively selected to participate in the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Campus Resilience Pilot Program. DHS will work with Drexel and six selected colleges and universities to draw on existing resources, collaborate with federal, state and local stakeholders and identify new innovative approaches to promote campus resilience.
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2012
- Security Magazine Ranks Drexel's Public Safety No. 3 Nationally
  
  November 12, 2012
  Security magazine has ranked Drexel University No. 3 in the nation for safety among colleges and universities for 2012. This marks the third consecutive year that Drexel ranked in the top 10. Drexel and the University of Pennsylvania, which ranked at No. 1, were the only two universities in Pennsylvania in the top 20.
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