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Announcements

Project Safe Stop helps individuals with autism prepare for traffic stops

September 19, 2025

Project Safe Stop, a free community event, gives people on the autism spectrum a safe way to practice traffic stops. The Autism Foundation of Oklahoma, OSUPD, Stillwater PD and the Payne County Sheriff’s Office are co-hosting the event, set for 6–7:30 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 8, in the O’Brate Stadium parking lot. Families are invited to connect with local officers, take part in a mock traffic stop, and enjoy booths, food and fun.

Law enforcement responds to swatting call

September 6, 2025

The OSU Police Department is investigating a case of swatting affecting campus. Officers responded quickly and found no sign of a disturbance.

Chief's Brief August 2025

August 19, 2025

Welcome to the first Chief’s Brief, a monthly column to let you, the community, know what has been happening on campus.

All Announcements

About the department

The Oklahoma State University Police Department protects the OSU-Stillwater campus 24 hours a day, 365 days a year with more than 30 sworn officers, 12 support staff and more than 10 student employees covering the Stillwater campus plus Lake Carl Blackwell and agricultural research areas.
The department includes the OSU-Tulsa division with another eight full-time officers providing round-the-clock coverage for that campus.

Safety Resources and Training

Personal Safety Tips

Knowing some personal safety tips can make a difference. Be proactive about your own safety! 

Training and Classes

The Department of Public Safety and OSU Police Department make an experienced, knowledgeable team committed to protecting our campus.

Clery Act

About the Clery Act

The Clery Act, passed in 1990, is a federal law that directs universities to inform the public about crime on and around their campuses.

Clery Crime Log / Activity Summaries

The OSU Police Department publishes a crime log combining both Clery and State of Oklahoma requirements.

Annual Security Report and Fire Safety Report

OSU discloses the most recent three years of crime statistics, security policies and more in the Annual Security Report and Fire Safety Report.

Guide for Campus Security Authorities

Frequently asked questions and guidelines for Campus Security Authorities.

Other Services

SafeWalk

Oklahoma State is committed to keeping the Cowboy family safe. In 2014, the university launched the SafeWalk program, employing and training students as public service officers to escort anyone from one campus location to another from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m., seven days a week. 
 
SafeWalk

Lost and Found

The Oklahoma State University Police Department maintains the lost and found area for the Stillwater campus. All found items should be turned in to OSUPD, 224 N. Orchard (southwest corner of Farm Road and Orchard Avenue) in the USDA Building.
 
Lost and Found

Personal Asset Inventory

Oklahoma State University has implemented a personal asset inventory service for all campuses. The system provides a place for students, faculty and staff to record the make, model, serial number and a photograph (optional) of valuables.
 
Personal Asset Inventory

Feedback

The Oklahoma State University Police Department is committed to continuous improvement. Please send us your comments and suggestions.

 

Comments and Suggestions

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