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University of Central Missouri, Warrensburg Police to Formalize Overnight Campus Patrol Agreement
The University of Central Missouri (UCM) and the Warrensburg Police Department (WPD) plan to sign a memorandum of understanding that puts WPD officers on campus for overnight patrols beginning Sept. 1, backed by a UCM Department of Public Safety (DPS) officer on call every night to maintain continuous coverage.
August 31, 2026
Traffic Adjustments Announced for UCM Kickoff Move-In on Aug. 13
The University of Central Missouri (UCM) will welcome nearly 1,000 new students and their families to campus Thursday, Aug. 13, as part of UCM Kickoff, marking the start of the fall semester.
August 10, 2026
UCM Police Support Safety Efforts During 2026 FIFA World Cup in Kansas City
As hundreds of thousands of soccer fans from around the world descended on Kansas City this summer, University of Central Missouri (UCM) police officers were among the law enforcement professionals helping ensure one of the world's largest sporting events remained safe and secure.
July 17, 2026
UCM Public Safety Captain Graduates from FBI National Academy
Capt. Mike Papasifakis, assistant director of the University of Central Missouri (UCM) Department of Public Safety, has graduated as a member of the 298th session of the FBI National Academy.
July 08, 2026
UCM Police Sergeant Graduates from Nation's Premier Administrative Officers Course
University of Central Missouri (UCM) Police Sgt. Joe Jennings has graduated from the 155th Administrative Officers Course (AOC) at the University of Louisville’s Southern Police Institute (SPI), completing one of the most selective and demanding law enforcement leadership programs in the country.
May 21, 2026
UCM Announces New Parking Services App, UCM Park
The University of Central Missouri’s (UCM) Department of Public Safety announces the launch of UCM Park, a new Parking Services app designed to make finding parking on the Warrensburg campus easier for employees, students and visitors.
May 18, 2026
UCM Announces UCMAlerts Powered by Everbridge as New Alert System
The University of Central Missouri (UCM) strives to provide a safe campus environment for all students, employees and visitors. As part of these efforts, UCM is transitioning from TextCaster to UCMAlerts powered by Everbridge as its emergency alert system.
November 14, 2025
Traffic Adjustments Announced for UCM Kickoff Move-In on Aug. 14
The University of Central Missouri (UCM) will welcome nearly 1,000 new students and their families to campus on Thursday, Aug. 14, as part of UCM Kickoff, marking the start of the fall semester. Residence hall move-in activities will take place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., and local residents should anticipate increased traffic volume, especially near campus and along South Maguire Street, where ongoing road construction may further impact travel.
August 11, 2025
Phlebotomy Program at Missouri Safety Center Providing New Skills for Law Enforcement
Several law enforcement agencies across the state are gaining skills in criminal investigation-related blood draws, thanks to the Law Enforcement Phlebotomy Program and the Missouri Safety Center at the University of Central Missouri.
October 08, 2024
UCM Public Safety Shares Essential Tips to Recognize and Prevent Scams
With a new academic year underway at the University of Central Missouri (UCM), students and their families are encouraged to be alert and take precautionary measures to protect themselves from potential scams.
August 29, 2024
