The Department of Public Safety at the University of Cincinnati is committed to providing a safe campus environment for students, faculty, staff and visitors.
The men and women of UC's Public Safety Department work hand-in-hand with members of the Cincinnati Police Department and other community partners to prevent crime and provide vital safety services and resources. We believe that working as a team is critical to preserving the safety of our campus and community.
Although safety is a shared responsibility, living in a vibrant urban city also requires personal accountability. The Department of Public Safety offers the Bearcat Guardian mobile app to enhance communication between UC Police and the campus community, in addition to safety notifications, fire prevention and safety tips.
Emergency: 911
Non-Emergency: 513-556-1111or 513-558-1111
Bearcat Cards (Badges): 513-556-4925
Keys and Lost and Found: 513-556-8206
Off-Campus Housing Fire Inspection: 513-357-7585
January 23, 2026
In preparation for the upcoming winter storm, we want to share planned closures and adjustments to university services this weekend. Additionally, you will find safety information and a list of how you will receive a closure notice, should the university close.
October 20, 2025
University of Cincinnati Homecoming activities on Saturday, Oct. 25, will feature the annual Homecoming Parade around campus and the football game versus Baylor University in UC’s Historic Nippert Stadium.
October 16, 2025
The unsung heroes who keep the University of Cincinnati humming took the spotlight in a recent Ohio Voices video segment produced by Spectrum News.
