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Interim Vice President of Columbia University Public Safety

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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.

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Public Safety hosts a variety of events including self-defense classes, electronic registration, prescription drug take-back days, situational awareness seminars, and more. Click the button below to see a list of upcoming events.

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Crime Prevention Resources Corner

Columbia University’s Department of Public Safety stresses the importance of crime prevention. Throughout the year, we offer webinars and trainings to enhance your safety, with safety and security news and information provided through bulletins, crime alerts, and a free monthly newsletter. Visit our Crime Prevention Tips page for personal safety awareness tips for various situations.

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Download - 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.

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Watch Transportation Tips Presentation

Transit Tips - Watch Video

Public Safety wants you to feel safe, confident and remain alert when riding the MTA trains and subways. Follow the tips in this presentation to remain alert and aware of your surroundings when riding city subways and buses.

Crime Prevention Resources Corner

Columbia University’s Department of Public Safety stresses the importance of crime prevention.

screenshot of Lion Safe App on iOS app store

Download the Lion Safe App

Access 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.

image of man on the MTA platform with train passing by with text: "Stay Alert. Stay Safe. On the NYC Subways and Buses"

Transit Tips - Video

Public Safety wants you to feel safe, confident and remain alert when riding the MTA trains and subways. Follow the tips in this presentation to remain alert and aware of your surroundings when riding city subways and buses.

Throughout the year, we offer webinars and trainings to enhance your safety, with safety and security news and information provided through bulletins, crime alerts, and a free monthly newsletter. Visit our Crime Prevention Tips page for personal safety awareness tips for various situations.

To stay up-to-date on crime prevention resources, follow us on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube.