Campus Safety

The University of Wyoming is dedicated to providing our students, faculty, staff, and visitors with a living and learning environment that is safe and secure. The following University resources have been dedicated to helping provide the highest levels of campus safety possible.

In a crisis or emergency situation, immediately call UWPD at (307) 766-5179 or 911. 

Quick Reference Guide for Safety & Reporting Procedures

 

  • For crime information or to anonymously report a suspicious activity/person, please call UWPD at (307) 766-5179.
  • To discuss concerns about an individual student, please submit a UW CARES form or contact the Dean of Students office at dos@uwyo.edu or (307) 766-3296.
  • To discuss concerns about faculty or staff, or to report sexual harassment, discrimination or workplace violence please contact the Equal Opportunity Report and Response (EORR) office at eorr@uwyo.edu or (307) 766-5200.
  • For information about mental health concerns, please contact the University Counseling Center at (307) 766-2187.
  • For after-hours and weekend help for mental health or suicide concerns, please call the UW Crisis Line at (307) 766-8989 and ask for the counselor on call. You can also call the National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988.
  • To request a welfare check, please contact UWPD at (307) 766-5179 or dial 911.
  • For confidential support related to sexual assault, dating violence, domestic violence, family abuse and/or stalking, please contact SAFE Project at (307) 745-355.

 

UW POLICE DEPARTMENT

24/7/365

The UWPD is responsible for law enforcement, public safety, building security and traffic and parking control.

Phone: (307) 766- 5179

Email: uwpd@uwyo.edu

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UW ALERT

24/7/365

UW Alert is a text messaging notification system designed to keep students, faculty and staff informed during emergencies and notify subscribers of time-sensitive campus matters such as snow days.

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TEXT TIPS PROGRAM

24/7/365

To send an anonymous tip via text message to the University of Wyoming Police, text the keyword UWYO and your message to 847411 (tip411).

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DEAN OF STUDENTS

M-F 8:00-5:00 p.m.

The Dean of Students office (DOS) at the University of Wyoming (UW) supports student services, advocacy, leadership, involvement, civic engagement, civility, publishing and diversity. To discuss concerns about an individual student, please contact the Dean of Students. 

Phone: (307) 766-3296

Email: dos@uwyo.edu

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UW CARES

M-F 8:00-5:00 p.m.

If you're concerned about a student who may be experiencing academic, personal or emotional challenges or who may be demonstrating concerning, distressed or disruptive behavior, refer the individual to the UW CARES Team by submitting a referral form.

Dean of Students

Phone: (307) 766-3296

Email: dos@uwyo.edu 

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UNIVERSITY COUNSELING CENTER

M-F 8:00-5:00 p.m.

The University Counseling Center provides University of Wyoming students who are currently enrolled with FREE student counseling services, including crisis intervention.

Phone: (307) 766-2187

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Pokes Center for Community Resources

The Pokes Center for Community Resources exists to provide a centralized location where students and their families can learn about institutional and community resources pertaining to basic life skills, resources and skills development.

Email: mvigil8@uwyo.edu 

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Equal Opportunity Report and Response (EORR) office

M-F 8:00-5:00 p.m.

The EORR focus on reviewing and investigating allegations of violations of UW Regulations 4-2 (Discrimination and Harassment), 4-3 (Title IX and Sexual Misconduct) and 4-4 (Violence in the Workplace).

Phone: (307) 766-5200

Email: report-it@uwyo.edu 

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SAFERIDE

Hours of Operation Vary

SafeRide is an on-call public transportation service that runs late at night and on the weekends to offer safe trips anywhere in Laramie city limits. This service is open to the public and is offered at no cost.

Call 307-766-RIDE (7433) to request a ride

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UW SAFETY OFFICE

M-F 8:00-5:00 p.m.

The UW Safety Office partners with university administration, colleges, departments, staff, faculty and students to ensure a safe and healthful environment for everyone. They deal with biological, chemical, occupational, and radiation safety, regulated materials management, incident and injury reporting and much more.

Phone: (307) 766-3277

Email: uwehs@uwyo.edu 

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WYOMING TRAVEL INFORMATION

24/7/365

WYDOT provides those traveling in Wyoming with an overview of road conditions in the state. 

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WYOMING WEATHER INFORMATION

24/7/365

Wyoming weather can sometimes be unpredictable. Always be sure to check weather conditions before traveling!

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