VCUPD ‘referees’ hit the streets for pedestrian safety

Flags, whistles and good-natured lessons will mark the March 17 event on the Monroe Park Campus.

VCU will conduct a test of the VCU Alert system on Feb. 11

This will include activation of several safety mechanisms, including outdoor sirens, Alertus boxes and text messages.

VCU Police creates student advisory committee to help reimagine polici

Debuting this semester, the group will share perspectives that could shape policy while strengthening bonds between police and the community.

VCU Police creates student-led committee to spark dialogues: 'Very much needed'

The Virginia Commonwealth University Police Department is launching a new student-led committee designed to bridge the gap between campus police and the student body.

VCU Police Department marks a milestone graduation this week: Its 50th

The ceremony on Friday, July 11, highlights a half-century of intensive training that has served Virginia communities and beyond.

Vowing trustworthiness and respect, Clarence Hunter is sworn in as new

The longtime law enforcement leader in Central Virginia will partner with VCU predecessor and Associate Vice President John Venuti to build on the commitment to public safety and community engagement.

After 15 years as police chief, John Venuti reflects on his tenure and

The longtime chief of police will focus full time on his role as associate vice president for public safety at VCU and VCU Health following a transformative time as the head of VCUPD’s daily operation

VCU will conduct a test of VCU Alert systems and lockdown procedures o

This will include the activation of several safety mechanisms, including outdoor sirens, Alertus boxes and the lockdown of some designated buildings.

VCU Police to sport new uniforms with an eye toward health and safety

Visual continuity and better weight distribution are factors in the change, which begins Jan. 27 on both campuses.

UPDATE: VCU, RPD postpone active shooter, SWAT team training