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UVa-Wise Campus Police Department
ABOUT US
The University
of Virginia's College at Wise Police Department consists
of eight full-time officers trained in law enforcement.
All officers are state certified through the Virginia Department
of Criminal Justice Services. They are empowered to enforce
all state and local laws.
The Department maintains a 24-hour, seven-day-a-week constant
contact with the College community. As police officers, they
are responsible for the safety and security of all visitors,
students, faculty, and staff. Officers are responsible for a
full range of public safety services including all crime
reports, investigations, medical and fire emergency response,
and traffic control. The Campus Police also enforce laws regulating
underage drinking and the use of controlled substances.
The Department maintains an ongoing relationship with the Virginia
State Police, Wise County's Sheriff's Department, and the Town
of Wise Police Department. This includes assistance in criminal
investigations in and out of the College jurisdiction, and sharing
information.
News releases are made when incidents occur that might endanger
students, faculty, staff, or the general public. Any suspected
criminal, suspicious persons, or other emergency situations should be
reported immediately to the Campus Police so they can dispatch
the appropriate emergency personnel.
OUR MISSION
The mission of The University of Virginia's College at Wise Police Department is to serve and protect the campus community and to enhance the quality of life on campus. This is achieved in conjunction with the campus community through the enforcement of laws, crime prevention activities, education and community awareness, and maintenance of accreditation. The foundation of our Department is community serivce. All people within our jurisdiction are served with respect and fairness.
We, The University of Virginia's College at Wise Police Department, are committed to the prevention of crime, the investigation of problems and incidents, the preservation of security, and the enforcement of all laws and College rules. Services of the UVa-Wise Police Department are oriented to produce an environment that enables the College to implement its mission of education and public service.
SERVICES
- Campus Transport Service The transport service provides on-campus transportation 24 hours per day, everyday, upon request to those who have legitimate concerns for their personal safety while on campus.
- Campus Emergency Call Boxes Emergency call boxes are located on campus and may be activated by pushing a button. The activated call box will automatically notify Campus Police. The caller should give the necessary emergency information to the officer and, if possible, remain at the call box until an officer arrives. Tampering with these units or making false emergency calls is strictly prohibited. Violators will be subject to disciplinary action.
- Campus Siren Alert System UVa-Wise has a Siren Alert system for campus emergency notifications. The system includes capabilities for either a tonal or a voice broadcast alert and will only be activated in dire emergencies by Campus Police personnel.
- Educational Programming
The Campus Police Department offers a variety of educational programs for the campus community and in the residence halls. Topics include drug and alcohol awareness as well as crime prevention and safety. RAD (Rape, Aggression, Defense) courses are also offered for academic credit to female students during the fall and spring semesters.
- Operation ID
Particpants are given the opportunity to label personal property and valuables brought to campus with hand-held engravers. The Department maintains records of these items.
CONTACT US
- Campus Police
Department: (276) 328-0190
The Campus Police Department is located on the lower level
of Cantrell Hall. Office hours are 8:00 am - 5:00 pm,
Monday-Friday.
- Emergencies: 911 or (276) 328-COPS
This portable telephone allows immediate contact with an officer,
24 hours per day, seven days per week.
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