VUPD
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SECURITY NOTICE: Robbery
On Friday, April 26, at 2:07 a.m., Vanderbilt University Public Safety was notified of an armed robbery that occurred in the shuttle lot near Natchez Trace. Read MoreApr 26, 2019
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Public Safety encourages pedestrian safety across campus
Vanderbilt is a walkable campus, and pedestrian safety is a top priority. The Office of Emergency Preparedness encourages the Vanderbilt community to follow basic pedestrian safety guidelines. Read MoreMar 28, 2019
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Security Notice: Sexual assault
On Friday, March 15, VUPD received a report from a Campus Security Authority that a female student reported she had experienced a drug- or alcohol-facilitated sexual assault by a male student during the evening hours of Thursday, March 14, in an on-campus residence hall. Read MoreMar 18, 2019
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AlertVU test scheduled for March 28
Vanderbilt University Public Safety will conduct a test of the AlertVU emergency notification system on Thursday, March 28, at 2 p.m. Read MoreMar 15, 2019
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Security Notice: Sexual assault off campus
On Feb. 22, the Vanderbilt University Police Department was notified of a sexual assault that occurred off campus the evening of Feb. 21 in the area of 15th Avenue South and Horton Avenue. Read MoreFeb 23, 2019
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Safety remains top priority as electric scooter use increases
The Division of Administration has established a dockless bike and electric scooter educational outreach group, charged with bringing together students and administrators to educate the community on best practices and offer a forum to address concerns. Read MoreFeb 18, 2019
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Employees: Beware of scam calls offering printing supply services
Employees across the university should be vigilant and aware of recent phone calls from scammers claiming to be from office supply vendors. Read MoreJan 9, 2019
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VUPD: Racist and homophobic flyers sent through external online advertising service
Vanderbilt University Police Department said there is no evidence to believe there is a Vanderbilt connection to the flyers, and that Vanderbilt was not specifically targeted, nor were universities in general. Read MoreDec 7, 2018
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Statement on flyers containing racist and homophobic language found on campus printers
VUPD is investigating reports of flyers containing offensive language discovered on printers in some locations on campus. Read MoreDec 3, 2018
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SECURITY NOTICE: Armed robbery off campus
On Friday, Nov. 30, at 5:23 p.m., VUPD was notified of an armed robbery that occurred outside an entry door of University School of Nashville. Read MoreDec 3, 2018
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I Am Vanderbilt: Shaneithia Lewis
Cpl. Shaneithia Lewis patrols her assigned zone each day with the mission of keeping the campus safe. But she does so with a unique partner riding along. Read MoreNov 30, 2018
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SECURITY NOTICE: Hit and run
On Tuesday, Nov. 13, at approximately 12:41 a.m., VUPD was notified of a hit and run in The Ingram Commons parking area in which a female student was struck by a silver four-door sedan that immediately left the area. The student sustained minor injuries. Read MoreNov 13, 2018
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SECURITY NOTICE: Sexual assault
On Monday, Oct. 15, VUPD received a report from a Campus Security Authority that a female student was sexually assaulted by a male student in the Recreation Center on Sunday, Oct. 14, 2018. Read MoreOct 16, 2018
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Meet ‘Jack,’ VUPD’s first community K-9 officer
Vanderbilt University Police Department welcomed Jack, a 2-year-old yellow Lab and the university’s first community K-9 officer, this fall. Read MoreOct 9, 2018
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Security Notice: Sexual assault
On Wednesday, Sept. 26, VUPD received a report from a Campus Security Authority that a female student was sexually assaulted by a male student in a residence hall on Monday, Sept. 24, 2018. Read MoreSep 26, 2018
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Annual report on crime statistics, security and fire safety now available
The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report contains information related to university-wide security and safety, including related policies, procedures and crime statistics. Read MoreSep 26, 2018
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SECURITY NOTICE: Indecent exposure
VUPS reports two incidents of indecent exposure on Sept. 10 and 11. Read MoreSep 11, 2018
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Tips for attending Beyoncé-Jay-Z concert at VU Stadium tomorrow
Vanderbilt University and Vanderbilt University Medical Center are offering tips for those planning to check out Beyoncé and Jay-Z’s “On the Run II" tour stop at Vanderbilt Stadium on Thursday, Aug. 23. Read MoreAug 19, 2018
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Make note of traffic changes for Beyoncé-Jay-Z concert Thursday
Expect traffic changes and heavy volume near Vanderbilt on Thursday, Aug. 23, when Beyoncé and Jay-Z’s “On the Run II” tour makes a stop at Vanderbilt Stadium. Read MoreAug 16, 2018
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VUPD welcomes newest K-9 officers, Dyno and Brutus
Vanderbilt University Police Department welcomed its two newest K-9 officers—Dyno, a yellow Lab/beagle mix, and Brutus, a chocolate Lab. Read MoreJun 8, 2018