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Services
To learn more about the services Public Safety provides, visit the Services page.
ATTEND A PUBLIC SAFETY EVENT
Public Safety hosts a variety of events including self-defense classes, free electronics registration, prescription drug take-back days, soon-to-be scheduled situational awareness seminars, and more. Click the button below to see a list of upcoming events.
Security Awareness Day: CUIMC Campus
Security Awareness Day: Morningside Campus
Operation ID - Electronic Tattoos
Download the Lion Safe App
Lion Safe allows easy access to all Public Safety resources at the touch of a button including emergency services, maps, shuttle schedules, crime alerts, emergency protocols, campus safety notifications, and non-emergency numbers for each campus. Learn more about the app and click the appropriate button below from your mobile device to download.
Award-Winning Services
Columbia has been recognized as one of the safest colleges in America, ranked one of the safest campuses in New York State, earned praise for providing a safe environment for students and rated highest in satisfaction in a student life survey. Learn more.
News and Announcements
Letter to Columbia Community Members From Columbia University Life and Public Safety
As our University community fully returns to learning and living together, we write today to share important information and University resources for your safety.
Public Safety Helps Distribute School Supplies to Over 700 Kids at Sixth Annual Back-2-School Event in Harlem
As part of the Columbia Community Service (CCS) Back to School Supply Drive, CCS and the Office of Public Safety teamed up to collect school supplies for over 700 students in the local community.
Public Safety Newsletter: September 2021
The Public Safety monthly e-newsletter offers the Columbia community valuable safety, security, and crime prevention information along with information about our comprehensive training programs and more.
Our People
Public Safety's diverse team is dedicated to serve our University community.
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Maps
For a comprehensive list of campus maps, visit Maps & Schedules.
Emergency Contact Numbers
The following numbers can be used to reach Public Safety in case of an emergency. Remember, in an emergency, you can also contact New York City's emergency response system by dialing 911. Learn more about how to contact us and our team.