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The UC Davis Police Department is a proud member of the UC Davis community. Our Facebook is NOT monitered 24/7.

To view our Social Media Policy, please visit our website athttp://police.ucdavis.edu/docs/socialmedia.pdf

Our Values:
Our badge serves as a daily reminder of our department values:
-Unyielding integrity
-Courage
-Diversity
-Absolute respect
-Vigorous excellence
-Innovation
-Service

05/30/2026

Yesterday, members of the UC Davis Police Department proudly carried the “Flame of Hope” in support of Special Olympics athletes and the incredible mission they represent. UCDPD is honored to have participated in the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics Northern California to champion these amazing athletes. 🏃🔥
Each year, law enforcement agencies across the country come together to champion inclusion, acceptance, and opportunity for individuals with intellectual disabilities through sports, leadership, and community.💙💛

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1. Members of the UC Davis Police Department standing and smiling behind Natalie’s Bench, holding Special Olympics Northern California flags, Law Enforcement Torch Run flags, and the “Flame of Hope.”
2. A member of the UC Davis Police Department holds the “Flame of Hope” while a member of the Davis Police Department lights it.
3. Members of the UC Davis Police Department standing and smiling behind the UC Davis Police Department sign, holding Special Olympics Northern California flags, Law Enforcement Torch Run flags, and the “Flame of Hope.”
4. Members of the UC Davis Police Department and the Davis Police Department standing and smiling behind Natalie’s Bench, holding Special Olympics Northern California flags, Law Enforcement Torch Run flags, and the “Flame of Hope.”
5. A short video of members of the UC Davis Police Department running while holding Special Olympics Northern California flags, Law Enforcement Torch Run flags, and the “Flame of Hope.”

05/28/2026

Celebrating community, culture, and connection!✨ We had an incredible time connecting with students, and families this weekend at Black Family Day. Thank you to everyone who stopped by to chat with our CORE Team, ask questions, and share a smile! 💙💛

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1. An image depicting four CORE Officers under a black canopy. Three of them stand smiling behind a table with a dark blue UC Davis Police Department tablecloth. In front of the table, an officer kneels on the grass next to K-9 Cali. Another officer stands in front of the table next to K-9 Leia.
2. An image depicting a woman in a black dress under a white canopy. The woman leans forward from a white folding chair to interact with a young girl standing in front of her for face painting. Behind a long white folding table, a man dressed in a vibrant, colorful patterned shirt and a whimsical hat is twisting red balloons.
3. An image depicting a man standing on the grass wearing a colorful geometric-print shirt, black pants, a whimsical hat, and bright red and blue shoes. In the center, a woman in a black dress sits at a white folding table, applying face paint to a young girl. A second young girl in a white t-shirt and grey skirt stands near the table holding a red balloon animal.
4. An image depicting a young boy stands preparing to shoot an orange basketball. He is playing an arcade-style basketball game set up under a white canopy. Several mini basketballs rest in the black mesh ball-return netting.
5. An image depicting a UC Davis Police Department booth. K-9 Leia sits happily on the grass in front of the table. Behind the long table covered in a UC Davis Police Department tablecloth. Two Aggie Hosts stand smiling behind the table under a black canopy tent.

05/27/2026

In honor of May being Safety Month, we want to take a quick moment to share some essential Bike and Pedestrian Safety Tips. 🚲Whether you’re on wheels or walking to your destination, everyone plays a role in keeping our Aggie community safe! 💙💛

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Two educational infographics:
1.”PEDESTRIAN SAFETY TIPS”. The main background is light blue, listing the following safety tips and icons:
• “Keep your eyes up, and your phone down.” A smartphone crossed out with a red diagonal line icon.
• “Wear bright-colored clothing or reflective gear if walking at night.” Icon of a person wearing a bright yellow vest.
• “Look left, right and left again before crossing the street.” Icon of three arrows pointing left, right, and left.
• “Make eye contact with drivers before crossing the street.” A large blue eye icon.
• “Always walk on sidewalks. If there are no sidewalks, walk facing traffic as far to the left as possible.” Icon of a pedestrian silhouette walking on a line next to a car.
• “Do not run or dart out into the street or cross between parked cars.” Icon of a crossed-out silhouette of people running into the street.
The bottom features a white banner with logos from the California Office of Traffic Safety.
2.”BICYCLE SAFETY TIPS”, an illustration of a cyclist is in the top right corner. The main background is yellow, listing the following safety tips and icons:
• “Wear a properly-fitted helmet.” Icon of a cartoon head wearing a red bicycle helmet.
• “Inspect your bike before riding. Ensure everything is secure and working properly.” Icon shows a yellow bicycle.
• “Obey street signs, signals, and road markings.” Icons show a STOP sign, a no-right-turn sign, a traffic light, and a crosswalk hand signal.
• “Ride in the same direction as traffic as far on the right-hand side as possible.” Icon of a cyclist riding on the right side of the road.
• “Don’t text, listen to music or use any device that distracts you from the road or traffic.” Icon of a smartphone crossed out with a red diagonal line.
• features a dark green with white text that reads: “Share these safety tips with your family and friends to ensure they are safe whenever they are on the go!”

05/18/2026

Paws-itively the best birthday ever! 🐾🎂
A huge thank you to everyone who joined us to celebrate K-9 Cali and K-9 Leia’s birthday party! Cali and Leia loved celebrating with all their friends! 💙💛

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1. A festive graphic with a light cream background celebrating the UC Davis Police Department K-9s. Large letters at the top read “Happy Birthday” amidst colorful stars, balloons, and confetti. In the center are photos of the two dogs side-by-side: K-9 Cali, wearing her pink work vest and a purple party hat with the number three, and K-9 Leia, wearing her black work vest and a pink party hat with the number two The text “K-9 Cali & Leia” is written in bold blue font at the bottom, along with cartoon drawings of birthday presents and a cake.
2. Cori Rocket Dog, K-9 Cali, and K-9 Leia sit side-by-side in front of a blue “UC Davis Police Department” backdrop.
3. K-9 Cali and K-9 Leia sit side-by-side looking up happily. On the left, Cali, wears her pink “vest a purple party hat. On the right, Leia, smiles at the camera, wearing her black vest and her pink party hat. A person standing in black shorts and sneakers stands behind them, leaning forward to pet Cali’s head.
4. A close-up shot of K-9 Leia sitting. She is looking directly up toward the camera with an open-mouthed, happy expression. She’s wearing her black vest and her pink birthday party hat.
5. A close-up shot of K-9 Cali sitting happily. She has her mouth open, tongue out, and is looking off to the right. She’s wearing her pink vest and her purple birthday party hat.

05/15/2026

Today is Peace Officers Memorial Day 🚔. We honor the fallen heroes who gave their lives while serving and protecting their communities.
At UCDPD, we are reminded of the dedication, courage, and sacrifice carried by officers every day. We are grateful for those who continue to serve our campus community and forever honor those who are no longer with us— may their lives be a blessing. 💙💛

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Graphic with the words “National Peace Officer Memorial Day” over a dark blue background featuring a faded American flag and UC Davis Police patrol vehicles. Blue and gold design elements frame the image in the corners.

05/12/2026

Huge congratulations to the UCDPD Cadet Academy graduates! 👏🎓 These cadets have officially completed months of dedication, perseverance, and hard-earned training. We are so proud of their growth and can’t wait to see the impact they’ll make.

We also want to thank the officers and experts who joined us as guest instructors along the way. Thank you for giving us your time and sharing your expertise with our Cadets. 💙💛

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1. UC Davis Police Department cadets and instructors pose for a graduation photo outdoors. The cadets are wearing their uniform which consists of black pants and bright blue polo shirts with “UC DAVIS POLICE CADET” and the UC Davis seal on the chest. Behind them are the American and California state flags, along with a blue UCDPD banner.
2. In a classroom setting, UC Davis Police Department cadets in uniform are seated. On the floor next to the cadets are CPR training mannequins for a hands-on first aid and medical response session. At the front of the room, an instructor from UC Davis Fire Department stands next to a large projector screen displaying a slide about “Naloxone (Narcan) Administration”.
3. In a brightly lit classroom, UC Davis Police Department cadets in uniform are seated. At the front of the room, a female instructor from the Vallejo Police Department Evidence and Property Unit, in a black uniform, stands next to a large screen which displays a presentation slide titled “Evidence Collection,”.
4. In a classroom with dimmed lights, UC Davis Police Department cadets sit at long tables, their backs to the camera, wearing dark navy blue physical training uniforms. They are focused on two large projector screens at the front of the room, displaying a slide titled “Vehicle Stops”. An officer in uniform stands between the screens, gesturing as he lectures.
5. Inside a classroom, UC Davis Police Department cadets are seated wearing their uniform. At the front of the room, an instructor in a dark uniform stands before two large projector screens.The screen displays a presentation slide titled “Mental Health Crisis Response” for the UC Davis Police Cadet Training.

05/11/2026

💪Empower yourself with the tools to stay safe!✨ In honor of Safety Month we will be hosting introductory self-defense classes! They are now open for registration to ALL UC Davis Affiliates. Come explore fundamental techniques with an experienced team in a welcoming setting. Scan the QR code or click the link in our bio to sign up!

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An image with a blue background promoting introductory self-defense classes. At the top, bold white text reads, “Join our introductory Self Defense Classes!” Below this, a paragraph states “This class is open to all UCD Affiliates. This is an introductory class designed to explore fundamental self-defense techniques. Please keep in mind, these classes are first come first serve so space will be limited.”
On the middle left side of the image, there is an abstract graphic of two stylized figures in green, yellow, and orange, appearing to be in a self-defense or wrestling pose.
On the right side, there is a calendar icon next to a list of five dates and times:
    •    05/14: 4:00-5:30 PM
    •    05/19: 12:00-1:30 PM
    •    06/02: 12:00-1:30 PM
    •    06/04: 4:00-5:30 PM
    •    06/09: 12:00-1:30 PM
Below the schedule, a yellow location pin icon with the address: “200 Dairy Road, Davis.”
At the bottom left, there is a large QR code with an arrow pointing to it and the text “Scan To Sign Up.”
In the bottom right corner, small white text provides contact information:
    •    For scheduling questions: Ailethia Craig at mailto:[email protected]
    •    For training questions: Officer Choc at mailto:[email protected]

04/30/2026

A quick look back at a fantastic “Take Our Children to Work Day” with the UCDPD crew. 🚔👋

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1. A photo collage from the “Take Our Children to Work Day” event. The largest image shows an Aggie Host in a tan shirt interacting with children at a table filled with stickers and other giveaway items. Smaller, overlapping photos layered on the right show:
Center right: A group of children sitting on the ground petting UC Davis Police Department K-9 Cali.
Bottom right: Families gathered around UC Davis Police Department K-9s Cali and Leia and their handlers.
Top right: A basketball arcade game in the background.
The bottom left of the collage features the text “Take Our Children to Work Day!” in bright yellow, bold letters with a black outline.

2. A photo collage titled “Visiting The Police Department” in bold yellow text at the top. The largest photo in the center shows adults and young children gathered around K-9 Leia.
Additional photos in the collage include:
Top left: A young boy in a blue long-sleeve shirt aiming a basketball toward a hoop.
Bottom left: A close-up of a young man smiling and feeding K-9 Cali
There is also a simple blue graphic of a stylized star behind the image.

3. A photo collage titled “So much fun!” in bold yellow text at the bottom. The main photo at the top shows a UC Davis Police Department outreach booth under a canopy. A police officer and a young man stand smiling behind a table filled with giveaway items. To the right, a woman holds a toddler while talking to an Aggie Host at the booth.
The collage also includes two smaller, overlapping photos:
* Center photo: A close-up, polaroid-style shot of a young girl with curly hair gently petting K-9 Cali. A woman next to them is smiling.
* Bottom right photo: An Aggie Host stands behind a table at the booth, giving a thumbs-up to a young boy in a red shirt and blue hat. On the table are several white K-9 Cali and Leia t-shirts.
A simple yellow smiley face graphic is placed near the bottom center.
The photos throughout have a torn-paper edge effect, creating a layered, scrapbook-style look.

04/29/2026

Today our staff is wearing denim with a purpose! 👖 Every year, we wear jeans on the last Wednesday of April to stand in solidarity with survivors and to raise awareness about sexual violence. Denim Day highlights the importance of believing and supporting survivors.

On campus, students can connect with for confidential support services, to speak with a CARE advocate, and to access resources and events focused on sexual assault prevention and awareness.

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A group of eight UC Davis Police Department staff members stand together outdoors in front of the UC Davis Police Department building wearing denim. They are standing in two rows, smiling toward the camera. To the right, there are green bushes with small white flowers.

04/23/2026

Picnic Day recap 🧺✨ Thank you to everyone who came out and joined us for a day full of sunshine, community, and Aggie spirit. 💙💛

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1. A collage titled “Picnic Day Recap!” featuring various photos of Aggie Hosts, Police Officers, UC Davis Police Department Cadets, and K-9s Cali and Leia at the UC Davis Picnic Day event. The background is a light blue and white checkered pattern decorated with yellow stars and blue flower icons.

2. A second collage of photos featuring various photos of Aggie Hosts, Police Officers, and K-9s Cali and Leia from Picnic Day set against a light blue and white checkered background.

3. A third collage of photos featuring photos of Aggie Hosts, Police Officers, UC Davis Police Department Cadets, and K-9 Leia from Picnic Day set against a light blue and white checkered background.

Address

625 Kleiber Hall Drive
Davis, CA
95616

Telephone

+15307542677

Website

https://linktr.ee/ucdpd, http://safetyservices.ucdavis.edu/safetymonth/week4

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