Keeping College Students Safe
The Department of Public Safety is located in the Durango Building - Suite D, and is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The Department of Public Safety supports the mission and goals of the University of San Diego by providing a full range of crime prevention and crime control services to contribute to the safety and security of the campus community.
Our Public Safety Officers are responsible for a wide range of activities, including developing crime prevention programs, taking crime and accident reports, initiating investigations, responding to medical and fire emergencies, providing traffic control, and enforcing certain local and state laws, as well as rules developed by the University to address campus-related concerns. Emergencies should be reported directly to the Department of Public Safety by calling (619) 260-2222 from any on-campus phone, 24 hours a day. In non-emergency situations dial (619) 260-7777 to reach one of our public safety dispatchers. Please take the time to read this information and call us if you have questions.
Mission
The University of San Diego Department of Public Safety is dedicated to maintaining a safe and secure living, learning and working environment in partnership with those it serves in a fair, transparent and respectful manner. We believe in working within the highest professional standards, while providing exceptional service to our University community.
Our Vision
The Department of Public Safety's vision is to lead in all areas of professional campus safety practices; to effectively address the safety and security needs of its community, and to uphold the mission of the University by supporting an environment in which social, cultural, and academic values are free to develop and prosper.
Values
Service
We pledge to work in partnership with the USD community and do our best to provide for its public safety needs.
Commitment to Integrity
We will demonstrate honest, ethical behavior in all our interactions.
Respect for People
We believe in treating all people with respect and dignity.