Vanderbilt Police Department
VUPS offers safety tips for Vanderbilt community as time change approaches
Sep. 16, 2020—As fall and the time change approaches, Vanderbilt University Public Safety reminds the Vanderbilt community to remain vigilant, whether traveling across campus or to other areas of Nashville, particularly as it begins to get darker earlier.
Statement from August Washington: Our commitment to your safety
Jun. 5, 2020—Vanderbilt University Public Safety is committed to keeping the VU community safe while never infringing upon the right to freedom of speech and peaceful assembly, writes Senior Associate Vice Chancellor for Public Safety and Special Initiatives August Washington.
VUPS creates Public Health AmbassaDores program to help promote health, safety of Vanderbilt community
May. 28, 2020—In an effort to guide the university community in practicing healthy behaviors during COVID-19, Vanderbilt has launched the Public Health AmbassaDores program to address questions regarding campus health and safety measures. The program began on Monday, May 18, during Vanderbilt Phase 1 of the Return to Campus Plan.
Annual report on crime statistics, security and fire safety now available
Sep. 23, 2019—The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report provides information on security-related services offered by the university. The 2019 report will be available after Sept. 30.
Vanderbilt University Police investigating anti-Semitic vandalism
Apr. 16, 2019—On Tuesday, April 16, Vanderbilt University Police responded to a report of anti-Semitic vandalism at the Central Library.
Anti-Semitic vandalism under investigation
Jan. 8, 2019—On Tuesday, Jan. 8, Vanderbilt University Police responded to a report of anti-Semitic vandalism in a Furman Hall classroom – a swastika carved into the back of a classroom chair. The symbol has been removed and VUPD is investigating the incident. At this point it is unclear whether the vandalism is a recent act or...
Statement from Vanderbilt University regarding racial slur written in lecture hall
Nov. 1, 2018—Vanderbilt University Police Department responded on Sunday, Oct. 28, to a report of a racial slur written on a chalkboard in a lecture hall. VUPD has been actively investigating the incident and has notified Metro Nashville Police Department, as well as the Tennessee Fusion Center and the FBI. At this time, there are no known...
Annual report on crime statistics, security and fire safety now available
Sep. 26, 2018—The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report contains information related to university-wide security and safety, including related policies, procedures and crime statistics.
Register now for free VU Public Safety teen driving awareness course June 2
Apr. 26, 2018—Vanderbilt University Public Safety is teaming up with Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt’s Injury Prevention Program and Metro Nashville Police to offer a free Teen Driver Awareness Program at Vanderbilt Health One Hundred Oaks.
VUPD designates area for safe exchange of items bought, sold online
Nov. 19, 2017—Vanderbilt University Police Department has designated an “Exchange Area” or “Safe Deal Zone” to provide a safe environment for Vanderbilt students, faculty and staff to trade legal new or used items bought or sold online through various apps.
SECURITY NOTICE: Sexual assault on campus
Oct. 23, 2017—On Oct. 23, VUPD received a report from a Campus Security Authority that a female student was sexually assaulted by a male student in a campus residence hall on Oct. 21, 2017.
Vanderbilt Police Department offers safety tips for your holiday season
Oct. 13, 2017—By staying alert and following a few crime-prevention tips, you can have a safe and enjoyable holiday season.