Campus Police, Department of Security and Safety

The mission of the Campus Police, a component of the College's Department of Security and Safety, while multifaceted, is simplistic in nature and is centered upon a single goal: to provide for the safety of life, personal and institutional property, and to enhance the educational process. The achievement of this mission relies on community partnerships built upon trust and mutual respect.

The Department, located at the Alumni and Visitors Center, provides comprehensive 24-hour safety and security services to the campus community. The department is both state- and nationally-accredited, adhering to all recognized best practices in public safety and law enforcement.

The Department is responsible for the enforcement of all applicable laws and regulations, including those established by the Rhode Island Council on Postsecondary Education, as well as relevant federal, state, and municipal statutes. The department also oversees campus-specific policies related to public safety, traffic, parking, and vehicle registration. Detailed information on these topics is available at the Campus Police headquarters or via the Department's website.

In addition to law enforcement, the department provides a range of crime prevention services, including a 24-hour escort program for students, faculty, and staff, available by calling campus extension 8888. For added security, Rhode Island College has installed fifty-three blue-light emergency phones strategically located along illuminated walkways and near campus buildings. These phones are directly linked to Campus Police for rapid response.

Furthermore, campus buildings and parking areas are well-lit, highly visible, and monitored by advanced security camera systems. A detailed illustration showing the locations of emergency blue light phones can be found on the online Campus Map.