Law and Safety
UC's Public Safety department provides all public safety and emergency response resources for the University of Cincinnati, including our regional campuses.
Whether you are locked out of your car, need a background check for a rental or a grant application or need help as the victim of a crime, Public Safety can assist you.
They also have useful tips about how to be aware of your surroundings and keep an eye on your belongings if you're not used to urban living so that you can be both comfortable and safe on and around campus.
Public Safety
The Department of Public Safety has three main sections.
- Police: Patrol, Investigations, 911 Dispatch, Crime Prevention, Security and NightRide units
- Fire Safety: Campus building inspections to ensure facilities meet fire and safety codes and maintaince on and testing of facility smoke detectors
- Security Systems: Keys, locks, ID Badges, intrusion alarms, fingerprinting and background check
The Bearcat Transportation System provides free shuttle service for UC students, faculty and staff with 16 shuttles covering 13 routes.
The shuttle routes operate at various times during the academic terms and connect UC's Uptown Campus with the nearby neighborhood, Blue Ash Campus and Victory Parkway Campus. The NightRide shuttle operates later hour, connecting to most housing areas around campus.
Download the Bearcat Guardian app as your quickest way to receive safety alerts, connect with Public Safety in an emergency, upload vital medical information or request a ride after dark.
Scams
It's easy for online or phone scams to take advantage of students who are new to the U.S. and unfamiliar with how things work. Keep yourself—and your money—safe with tips from Public Safety on how to spot a scam.
Legal resources
There are many resources available to you to protect your legal rights, learn your legal responsibilities and resolve your legal problems. This is avery limited list; explore UC's website for many more.
UC International is your first contact, especially for issues related to immigration and taxes.
Law and Safety
Legal Aid Society of Greater Cincinnati (legal representation)
Gender Equity & Inclusion/Title IX (UC, reporting sex discrimination, sexual harassment and sexual assault)
Victim Advocates (Cincinnati)
TIP (Tenant Information Project, a volunteer organization that provides legal information to callers concerning landlord/tenant law); not available during summer semester.
Phone: (513) 556-0053, 8am - 5pm, M-F
HOME (Housing Opportunities Made Equal)