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The Pros and Cons of Privatized Security
Jennifer Grygiel, assistant professor of communications in the Newhouse School, was interviewed by CNN Business for, “Helicopters, a patrol car and virtual bodyguards: Inside Citizen’s scattered push to upend public safety.” Grygiel expressed concern with the possibility of the Citizen…
Senior Vice President for Safety and Chief Law Enforcement Officer, Tony Callisto, Announces Plans for Retirement
After 15 years of dedicated service to Syracuse University, Tony Callisto has announced that he will retire as senior vice president for safety and chief law enforcement officer on June 30, 2021. Callisto will then transition to a senior advisor…
Participants Needed for Department of Public Safety Student Focus Groups
The Department of Public Safety (DPS), in collaboration with the Student Association, will host a series of student focus groups regarding DPS. “I invite our students to share their feedback on our department and recommended changes to enhance their experiences…
Test of Orange Alert to Be Conducted Thursday, Nov. 1
Syracuse University will conduct a test of the Orange Alert Campus Crisis Alert Notification System on Thursday, Nov. 1, at 9:30 a.m. It will be a full test of the personal e-mail, text message, cell voice and campus phone components…
New Clear Bag Policy and Walkthrough Metal Detectors Enhance Public Safety, Expedite Entry at the Carrier Dome
To provide a safer environment for the public and to expedite fan entry into the Carrier Dome, Syracuse University will implement a new clear bag policy and install new walkthrough metal detectors at the stadium. The Syracuse University Clear Bag…
Law Enforcement Officers Take Part in Training on Implicit Bias
Public safety personnel from all over Central New York met for a unique training seminar at Syracuse University to tackle the issues of unconscious bias. The training was led by minister, researcher, master teacher and human developmentalist Bryant T. Marks….
University Holds ‘Implicit Bias’ Training for Department of Public Safety and CNY Law Enforcement
As part of an ongoing effort to increase cultural competency, improve understanding of issues related to diversity and inclusion, and provide professional growth opportunities for campus and community law enforcement officers, the Division of Campus Safety and Emergency Services will…
Robert Maldonado Appointed Chief of Public Safety
Senior Vice President and Chief Law Enforcement Officer Tony Callisto today appointed Robert Maldonado as the University’s chief of public safety.
Huang Receives NSF Grant for Mobile Crowdsourcing System
The National Science Foundation (NSF) has awarded a continuing grant to School of Information Studies (iSchool) assistant professor and principal investigator Yun Huang to examine two questions related to public safety and mobile crowdsourcing. The two-pronged study, the first phase…
DPS Officers Ratify New Contract
The University and the Department of Public Safety Officers Union began negotiations for a new collective bargaining agreement on Feb. 18. The groups met for 10 sessions, a tentative agreement was reached June 3 and the ratification vote took place…