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Pittwire: Be aware of the latest sidewalk and stop sign improvements on upper campus
Using findings from an independent safety study of the De Soto/Terrace corridor, the City of Pittsburgh determined that it is no longer legal to cross Terrace Street directly in front of the new Scaife Hall entrance.

Pittwire: Protect yourself from possible scams and fraud with these safety reminders
Online and in real life, it’s important to be smart and savvy about possible scams and fraudulent activity.

Pittwire: Pitt was recertified as a HeartSafe Campus
The National Collegiate EMS Foundation has again recognized Pitt as a HeartSafe Campus, and on March 20, EH&S will support this initiative by offering AED training.

UPPD's Sgt. Urban serves as torch bearer at Special Olympics PA Winter Games
Nearly 300 Special Olympics of Pennsylvania (SOPA) athletes, coaches and volunteers gathered from all over the state at Seven Springs Mountain Resort on February 11, 2025, to kick off the SOPA Winter Games.

Pittwire: This newly expanded Pitt program is building a community-engaged campus police department
Launched at Pitt-Bradford in 2021, the Police Development was created to remove financial and logistical barriers for aspiring officers while building a more representative and community-focused campus police department.

Lab Safety Awareness Week
CSHEMA Lab Safety Awareness Week is February 10-14, 2025, and our Department of Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) has the resources you will need to ensure a safe environment in your laboratory.

Pittwire: How to keep your scooter secure on campus
More difficult to secure than cars or bicycles, scooters are an easier target for potential thieves. Make sure to follow these safety tips to properly lock up your e-scooter.

UPPD Detective Ed Wolff named Special Unit Officer of the Year
Congratulations to UPPD Detective Ed Wolff, who was awarded Special Unit Officer of the Year Award at the ASIS Law Enforcement Appreciation Event on October 17. Detective Wolff was nominated by his colleagues for his dedication to justice and commitment to serving our campus and local communities. Please join us in congratulating him on this outstanding achievement!
Cranberry Eagle: Zelie police department rolls out new e-bike program
UPPD Officer Justin Reck has been training bicycle officers for the past nine years, including officers from Zelienople Police Department's newest bicycle unit.

University Times: FBI veteran shares innovative approaches to campus safety
With more than 23 years of law enforcement experience, Scott Argiro has devoted his professional life to preparing for — and sometimes experiencing — alarming situations that often involve human beings at their worst behavior.

University Times: Fire safety part of Fall Safety Day and EH&S Safety Week
EH&S Safety week is coming: September 23–27, 2024!

Commander Bradley Kiefer graduated from the FBI National Academy
Commander Bradley Kiefer was invited in March to participate in the FBI National Academy in Quantico, Virginia, making him part of less than 1% of law enforcement officers worldwide who are accepted into the training program.

University Times: Pitt Public Safety wants everyone to be safe this year
Pitt Public Safety and Emergency Management deals with plenty of high-profile issues, but it’s often pedestrian awareness that can be the biggest safety concern each fall.

Pittwire: Walking, biking or driving on campus? Safety first!
Important tips for students, faculty and staff for getting to and from classes, study spaces, events and meetings this year.