Behind the Badge: Lt. Johnny Smith talks trust

NOTE: This is the fifth in a series profiling officers with the University of Arkansas at Little Rock’s Department of Public Safety.

Shortly after the UALR Department of Public Safety reintroduced bicycle patrols in the 2013 fall semester, Lt. Johnny Smith, along with his bike, became a visible presence on and around campus. Continue reading “Behind the Badge: Lt. Johnny Smith talks trust”

UALR to hold grand opening of police substation

For the first time, the University of Arkansas at Little Rock department of public safety is operating a new substation in the heart of campus. Continue reading “UALR to hold grand opening of police substation”

‘Take Back’ initiative asks resident to return old, unused medications

The UALR Department of Public Safety is once again participating in the National Take Back Initiative, which encourages area residents to bring unused, unwanted, or expired prescription medications and dispose of them in a safe and ecologically sound way. Continue reading “‘Take Back’ initiative asks resident to return old, unused medications”

Behind the Badge: Officer Jennifer Sibley

NOTE: This is the second in a series profiling officers with the University of Arkansas at Little Rock’s Department of Public Safety. Continue reading “Behind the Badge: Officer Jennifer Sibley”

Public Safety urges residents to turn in unused meds April 27

The UALR Department of Public Safety is once again participating in the National Take Back Initiative, which encourages area residents to bring unused, unwanted, or expired prescription medications and dispose of them in a safe and ecologically sound way. Continue reading “Public Safety urges residents to turn in unused meds April 27”

New Public Safety Director Named

Bob Adams, vice chancellor for Finance and Administration, has named Edward L. Smith of Shawnee, Okla., as the new director of Public Safety and campus chief of police at UALR. Continue reading “New Public Safety Director Named”

Join Twilight Stroll for Safe Lighting

UALR students, faculty, and staff  are encouraged to join in on the twilight stroll through campus Tuesday, Nov. 13, to inspect lights and note where new lights are needed now that the Daylight Saving season is ending. The walk is one of the university’s safety measures.

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UALR Pledges to Prepare for Emergencies

This year’s Health Benefits Fair will include efforts to get UALR students, faculty, and staff better prepared for emergency situations.

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Reception Honoring Chief Set Thursday

The campus community is invited to a reception for Chief Brad King, director of UALR’s Public Safety office, from 3 to 5 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 30, in the Donaghey Student Center’s Upper Concourse.

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Trolley Tracker Makes Catching Ride Easier

Beginning today, a new GPS tracking system is making it easier for UALR students, faculty, and staff to catch rides on the campus’ Trojan Trolleys.
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