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September 21–25 is National Hazing Prevention Week.Real belonging never requires humiliation, and everyone deserves to f...
09/21/2026

September 21–25 is National Hazing Prevention Week.

Real belonging never requires humiliation, and everyone deserves to feel safe, respected and included.

Know the signs. Speak up. Look out for one another.

Learn more about hazing prevention, reporting options and available resources at stophazing.ufl.edu. 🐊

09/18/2026

Yesterday, local first responders and emergency management partners came together for a joint meeting focused on one shared priority: keeping our schools, students, faculty, and staff safe.

The meeting brought together agencies from across Alachua County to proactively discuss school safety, strengthen communication, share resources and expertise, and continue building strong partnerships that help us respond effectively when it matters most.

We’re grateful to the following agencies for their commitment to protecting our communities and campuses:

- Alachua County Emergency Management
- Alachua County Fire Rescue
- Alachua County Sheriff
- Alachua Police Department
- Gainesville Fire Rescue
- Gainesville Police Department
- High Springs Fire Department
- High Springs Police Department
- City of Newberry - Government
- Santa Fe College Police Department
- University of Florida Public Safety

School safety is a shared responsibility, and strong partnerships make our communities stronger. Thank you to everyone who participated and continues to work together to keep our students, staff, and campuses safe.

What a great way to start the day! 🚲☀️UFPD was excited to join Safe Kids North Central Florida for the second annual Hig...
09/16/2026

What a great way to start the day! 🚲☀️

UFPD was excited to join Safe Kids North Central Florida for the second annual High Springs Bike Bus!

Students, families and community partners hit the road together to celebrate National Walk and Ride to School Day — with a special appearance from Bluey!

Thank you to Safe Kids North Central Florida for inviting us to be part of such a fun morning and for helping teach young riders the importance of getting to school safely.

Chief Bart Knowles was honored to join members of the University of Florida community for a Rosh Hashanah Eve celebratio...
09/14/2026

Chief Bart Knowles was honored to join members of the University of Florida community for a Rosh Hashanah Eve celebration at the UF Reitz Union.

UFPD is grateful for the invitation and opportunity to connect with our campus community during this meaningful celebration.

In honor of National Police Woman Day yesterday, UFPD celebrates the women who serve our department and the University o...
09/13/2026

In honor of National Police Woman Day yesterday, UFPD celebrates the women who serve our department and the University of Florida community.

Women hold critical roles throughout UFPD, including patrol, leadership, criminal investigations, K-9, communications, behavioral services and more.

Pictured are several of the women of UFPD who worked this weekend’s football game, helping provide a safe environment for students, faculty, staff and visitors.

We are proud of the women of UFPD and thank them for their professionalism, dedication and continued commitment to the University of Florida community.

This morning, 25 years after September 11, 2001, our community came together at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium for a remembran...
09/11/2026

This morning, 25 years after September 11, 2001, our community came together at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium for a remembrance stair climb honoring the lives lost that day.

UFPD is proud to stand alongside first responders and community members in remembrance of the courage, sacrifice and service shown that day.

We will never forget. 🇺🇸

09/04/2026

Meet the newest member of the UFPD team: K-9 Maverick!

After a week of clues, the wait is finally over. We’re excited to introduce K-9 Maverick and his handler, Officer Cuevo!

Maverick joins UFPD as an explosives detection K-9 and will work alongside Officer Cuevo to help keep the UF community safe. You’ll see the pair working at large-scale events and around campus.

Welcome to the team, Maverick! 🐊

09/03/2026

The wait is almost over. 👀🐾

Tomorrow, meet the newest member of the UFPD team.

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