Safety
Black bears are common in Colorado, including in the °Ç¸ç³Ô¹Ï foothills and, on rare occasions, campus. It’s important that students, faculty, staff and the larger °Ç¸ç³Ô¹Ï community become familiar with bear safety tips.
Four newly commissioned officers, including a former CU °Ç¸ç³Ô¹Ï student and a former university employee, have joined the CU °Ç¸ç³Ô¹Ï Police Department, bringing diverse backgrounds and a shared commitment to community-focused service.
Effective Aug. 1, all CU °Ç¸ç³Ô¹Ï campus parking lots will be monitored at all times, and a permit or payment will be required at all times. This change increases parking lot safety and provides simple and consistent parking rules across campus.
From local fireworks shows to campus closures, here are some tips and things to keep in mind as we head into the holiday weekend.
At CU °Ç¸ç³Ô¹Ï, we are fortunate to have beautiful waterways, including °Ç¸ç³Ô¹Ï Creek, integrated into our campus ecosystem. Keeping these waterways healthy requires our collective effort.
The FBI has announced that federal charges have been filed against a juvenile responsible for the swatting call that targeted Norlin Library on Aug. 25, 2025. The filing follows a nationwide investigation that was supported by the °Ç¸ç³Ô¹Ï Police Department.
Learn what consent really means, why it's so important and how to practice it in your own relationships.
April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month, and understanding the realities of drug-facilitated assault and drink spiking is a critical step toward prevention and support.
Students, faculty and staff will soon notice new physical security enhancements in classrooms across campus.
The University of Colorado Police Department is introducing the Blue Envelope Program, a new voluntary tool designed to support clearer communication and understanding between police officers and community members who may need additional accommodations during an interaction.