CSU Channel Islands Police Department

04/17/2026

Last night was a proud moment for our department as Dispatcher Alexis Solis was honored with the Lynn Rice Dispatcher of the Year Award at the countywide awards banquet. Alexis represents the very best of what it means to serve behind the scenes—calm under pressure, dedicated to duty, and always there when it matters most.

Pictured with Chief Massey, Captain Steinbrenner, Dispatcher Alexis Solis and Lead Dispatcher Brian Pichette.

Please join us in congratulating Alexis on this well-deserved recognition!

We also want to extend our sincere thanks to all of our CSU Channel Islands Police Department dispatchers for their hard work, professionalism, and unwavering commitment to keeping our community safe every single day.

04/17/2026

Safety starts with practice. Yesterday, the CSU Channel Islands Police Department conducted a building evacuation drill to help ensure our campus community is prepared in the event of an emergency.

These drills are designed to strengthen awareness, improve response times, and reinforce the steps needed to safely and calmly exit a building when it matters most. Practicing together helps students, staff, and faculty understand evacuation procedures, identify safe exit routes, and build confidence in emergency response.

A special thank you to our Building Marshals for their leadership and support in helping students, staff, and facility safely evacuate the buildings. Your guidance plays an important role in keeping our campus prepared and protected.

04/14/2026

This week, we proudly celebrate Dispatcher Appreciation Week and recognize the incredible individuals who serve as the calm behind the call.

Our dispatchers play a vital role in keeping our communities safe, providing critical support for the CSU Channel Islands Police Department and all three Ventura County Community College campuses. Their professionalism, dedication, and ability to remain composed under pressure make a difference every single day.
A special congratulations to Alexis Solis for being named this year’s Lynn Rice Police Dispatcher of the Year. This well-deserved recognition highlights Alexis’s outstanding commitment and excellence in service.

Pictured here is Dispatcher Lorene Distefano alongside members of both the CSU Channel Islands Police Department and the Ventura County Community College Police Department — a reflection of the strong partnerships that help keep our campuses and community safe.

Please join us in thanking our dispatchers for their hard work, resilience, and unwavering dedication. 💛

03/18/2026

We were honored to welcome Officer Tommy and Marie Schyschka to CIPD all the way from Cologne, Germany! 🇩🇪
They proudly serve their community as State Riot Police Officers, and it was truly a pleasure meeting both of you. Thank you for taking the time to visit and connect with us.

Stay safe, and we hope to see you again! 👮‍♂️👮‍♀️

12/19/2025

Please join us in welcoming Captain Britta Steinbrenner, who was sworn in yesterday as the new Captain of the CSU Channel Islands Police Department.

Captain Steinbrenner brings an exceptional depth of leadership and experience, with 35 years of service at the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, where she retired at the rank of Captain. She also previously served as Chief of the Department of Public Safety at Pepperdine University.

We are proud to have Captain Steinbrenner join the CSUCI community and look forward to her leadership and commitment to safety on our campus. Welcome, Captain Steinbrenner!

11/12/2025

📢 Join Us for Safety & Awareness Training! 🚨

The University Police Department and Counseling & Psychological Services invite you to a special session on:

🧠 Recognize & Refer
🏃‍♂️ Run, Hide, Fight

Learn how to stay aware, prepared, and safe during emergencies.

📅 November 19th
🕑 2 PM – 3 PM
📍 Gateway Hall Room #1502

Let’s build a safer campus—together! 💪

11/05/2025

Join us for the 2nd Annual CSU Channel Islands Veterans Day Flag Ceremony!

Let’s come together to honor and celebrate all who have served our great nation.

📅 Monday, November 10, 2025
🕛 Noon
📍 Flag poles in front of Rush Hall

10/31/2025

🎃 Happy Halloween from the CSU Channel Islands Police Department! 👻

As you head out for some spooky fun tonight, remember these safety tips:

🟣 Stay visible – wear bright colors or reflective tape.
🟢 Travel in groups and keep an eye on your friends.
🟠 Use crosswalks and stay on sidewalks — avoid walking in the street.
🔵 If you see something suspicious, say something! Call CI Police at 📞 805-437-8444 or dial 911 in an emergency.

Have a frightfully fun and safe Halloween, Dolphins! 🐬💙🕸️

10/27/2025

🎃👻 Join us for Halloween in the Park & Trunk or Treat! 👻🎃

The CSU Channel Islands Police Department, Ventura County Sheriff’s Department, and other amazing first responders are teaming up with the Pleasant Valley Recreation & Park District and the Camarillo Police Department for a spooktacular community celebration!

10/22/2025

10/06/2025

🎉 Homecoming Week is in full swing! 🎉
Chief Massey and Acting-Lieutenant Brownfield helped kick off the 2025 Homecoming Pep Rally by proudly escorting the Homecoming Parade around Central Mall! 🚔💙

Don’t miss the rest of the Homecoming Week fun — including the Paak House Festival this Saturday, featuring amazing performances by Ciara, Blxst, and Snoop Dogg! 🎶🔥

Check out homecoming events here:
https://www.csuci.edu/homecoming/schedule.htm

10/02/2025

🚨 FLASH SALE ALERT! 🚨

🎀 The CSU Channel Islands Police Department patches are turning PINK this October! 🎀

Since 2017, we’ve proudly joined the Pink Patch Project, raising awareness and funds for breast cancer. With the support of the CSUCI Foundation, our department has been fundraising since 2018 to help establish a scholarship for students impacted by breast cancer. 💖

✨ Now’s your chance to grab a limited-edition Pink Police Patch while supporting a meaningful cause. ✨

Visit go.csuci.edu/pinkpatch to donate & claim your patch today!

Every contribution makes a difference. 💕 Pink Patch Sale