Police & Public Safety

The University Police Department is deeply committed to protecting and caring for the safety and well-being of students, staff, and faculty.

The Office of University Police is responsible for security and law enforcement on the campus of DeSales University. All students, employees, and visitors are encouraged to report all incidents, emergencies, and crimes directly to this department.

University Police are available 24-hours a day, seven days a week. Call boxes across the campus, as well as the emergency phone numbers listed below, allow for immediate contact with University Police.

Emergency

Dial 911 or 1250 from a campus phone or call box
Dial 610-282-1100, ext. 1250, from a cell phone, pay phone, or off-campus location
Dial 610-282-1002 directly

Non-Emergency

Campus Security Authority Crime Reporting Form
Phone: 610-282-1002
Fax: 610-282-0500
Email: universitypolice@desales.edu
Anonymous: Text DSUTIP and your message to 50911

The administrative offices of the University Police are located on the second floor of the Lawless Center, on DeSales Drive just off of Landis Mill Road.

The DeSales University Police Department prioritizes student safety. We provide comprehensive programs including security patrol, student transportation, emergency alerts, and access control to help maintain a safe and secure campus environment that is conducive to learning, working, living, and visiting. - Chief of Police Rick Williams—Director of University Police, Public Safety, and Security

Police Services

Response to Fires and Other Emergencies
Emergency Medical Aid
Motorist Assistance
Student Transport Service
Lost and Found
Bicycle Registration
DSUTIP Anonymous Crime Reporting
Fingerprint Services

Parking on Campus

There's plenty of parking available on our 500+ acre campus. So, unlike many schools, our first-year students can bring their cars to campus. Lots can be found on the campus map.

Police & Public Safety