Division of Public Safety
August 07, 2026
A planned police training will take place Friday, Aug. 7, from noon to 8 p.m. in Mather Memorial Building.During this time, members of the Case Western Reserve University community may see an increased law enforcement presence in the area. This is only a training and there is no threat to the…
July 23, 2026
Early identification is one of the most effective tools in threat assessment, as recognizing warning signs as early as possible creates more opportunities to intervene, provide support and prevent harm. To foster a safer and more supportive campus environment, the Division of Public Safety at Case…
July 20, 2026
To support campus security, proper access control and efficient scheduling, all temporary door unlocks and door schedule changes at Case Western Reserve University must be requested and coordinated in advance.Effective immediately, all door access requests must be submitted through the Door…
July 17, 2026
Case Western Reserve University will test its outdoor emergency speaker system at 10 a.m. on Monday, July 20.During this brief exercise, outdoor speakers across campus will broadcast a test message. To ensure clarity, the broadcast will begin with the word “TEST.” In the event of an actual…
May 29, 2026
Officers often serve as a buffer to help mitigate tragic and unfortunate outcomes, and trauma-informed policing can change the dynamics of encounters and influence the trajectory of lives.Since December, Sarah Shendy, a police lieutenant in the Case Western Reserve University Division of Public…
May 18, 2026
All members of the Case Western Reserve community are reminded to download Spartan Safe from the iPhone App Store or Google Play. Or, if you’ve already downloaded the app, open it today—and regularly—to ensure it is still active and connected; both Android and Apple devices go into…
April 22, 2026
In recognition of Arab American Heritage Month, which takes place annually in April, we’re celebrating the accomplishments and experiences of three Arab American members of the CWRU community. Discover more about their experiences at the university—and learn how their heritage has impacted their…
April 09, 2026
In an effort to strengthen the relationships that connect Case Western Reserve University and its surrounding neighborhoods, members of the CWRU community are invited to attend the inaugural OneCWRU Community Campus Day. This gathering, which will take place April 18 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.,…
March 10, 2026
As part of a readiness activity, a planned police training exercise will take place Tuesday, March 10, at Eldred Hall from 11 a.m. to noon. During this time, members of the Case Western Reserve University community may see an increased law enforcement presence in the area. This is only a…
February 26, 2026
The Case Western Reserve University Division of Public Safety proudly participates in two disability assistance programs: the Blue Envelope Initiative and the National Public Safety Alliance for Individuals with Disabilities (NPS-AID). Through its involvement in NPS-AID, Public Safety became the…