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Effort, Respect.

IACLEA accreditation logo The University of Houston Police Department is an IACLEA Accredited Law Enforcement Agency

Ceaser Moore Jr, Chief of Police, UHPDThe University of Houston Police Department (UHPD) strives to enable students, faculty, staff and visitors to be safe while pursuing their on-campus endeavors. Every UHPD employee uses three principles to help ensure that the UH campus is a protected, user-friendly venue: 

  • Promote and preserve a safe campus environment
  • Identify and implement efficiencies
  • Provide great customer service

These principles, in practice, help to make the UH campus a great place to study, work, or visit. 

Be smart. Be safe.

– Ceaser Moore, Jr., Chief of Police

Highlights

  • UHPD Holds First Badge Pinning Ceremony since 2019

    UHPD Holds First Badge Pinning Ceremony since 2019

    The University of Houston Police Department held its first badge-pinning ceremony since 2019, with 21 officers being pinned. The department planned to hold a badge-pinning ceremony in 2020, but the COVID-19 pandemic put a stop to those plans. The department has grown significantly since 2019, with new officers joining and others promoted to higher ranks. Read more about UHPD's badge-pinning ceremony.
  • Coffee with a Cop Fall Dates

    Coffee with a Cop Fall Dates

    Coffee with a Cop returns this semester at the Student Center South food court to provide the campus community members an opportunity to meet and talk with officers. This event has “no agenda or speeches, just a chance to ask questions, voice concerns, and get to know the officers on your campus.” Attendees can get free coffee and baked goods while meeting the officers that keep them safe. The Coffee with a Cop Dates are August 21, September 10, October 9, and November 6 from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.

  • CRASE Training Dates for Fall Semester

    CRASE Training Dates for Fall Semester

    UHPD has released fall dates for its CRASE (Civilian Response to Active Shooter Events) Training for students, staff, and faculty. The training course is designed and built on the Avoid, Deny, and Defend (ADD) strategy developed by ALERRT in 2004. Attendees can also expect discussions on the history and prevalence of active shooter events, civilian response options, medical issues, and considerations for conducting drills. The fall semester CRASE training dates are August 30, September 4, October 9, and November 12 at M.D. Anderson Rockwell Pavilion from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m.

  • Tips To Prevent Scooter Theft

    Tips To Prevent Scooter Theft

    The University of Houston Police Department shares tips to help prevent scooter thefts on campus. These include using a high-quality U-lock and registering your scooter and serial number through your MyParking account. Watch the video to learn more.
  • Catalytic converter

    Catalytic converter thefts are up nationwide; UHPD has some prevention tips

    Over the last several years, the theft of catalytic converters from under vehicles has been climbing nationwide. The University of Houston is not immune to this, so UHPD has worked with our local law enforcement partners to produce a video with some tips to help keep your vehicle safe.  

    From engraving or painting your catalytic converter to aftermarket solutions, there are several ways you can reduce the chance that your vehicle is targeted. You can find these and other tips here. 

     

  • UHPD SMS Texting Services

    UHPD SMS Texting Services

    To use the UHPD texting service you must opt-in to the service. You do this by using the service.  When you send a text message to 713-743-3333 your message will pop up in a centralized dashboard at UHPD dispatch and be directed to an officer. The dashboard will allow the UHPD officer to communicate with you directly through the SMS texting service on your phone.  When your case has been resolved by the officer, the case will be closed, and you will receive a verification that it has been resolved.
  • UHPD Officers Take Part in Crime Prevention Certification Program

    UHPD Officers Take Part in Crime Prevention Certification Program

    UHPD departmental police supervisors (corporals, sergeants, lieutenants, captains, assistant chef and the chief) are obtaining a Basic Crime Prevention Certification from the American Crime Prevention Institute, the nation's leading authority in crime prevention training and education. Read more by clicking here.
  • UH Bike Registration

    UH Bike Registration

    Students, faculty and staff who have a bicycle on campus are required to register it. Registration takes only minutes to complete and is free. A registration sticker will be provided and should be placed on the bicycle.

    If the bicycle is ever lost or stolen, the University will have the serial number and other identifying information. If the bicycle is recovered, this information makes it much easier to return the bicycle to its rightful owner. Log in to your myParking account through AccessUH to register.
  • UHPD Chief Ceaser Moore Attends the World Police Summit in Dubai

    UHPD Chief Ceaser Moore Attends the World Police Summit in Dubai

    UHPD Chief Ceaser Moore attended the World Police Summit 2024 in Dubai. The event served as a platform for creating new business opportunities and facilitating networking among leading minds in the industry. Conference attendees heard from law enforcement professionals from across the globe and had the opportunity to view the latest technological advancements in law enforcement. If you want to read more view the A&F Newsletter.