CSUN Police

09/16/2022

Welcome to Fall 2022!
The start of a new semester brings opportunities to socialize with old and new friends. We hope you are enjoying campus life and learning how to successfully navigate social spaces. To assist in that regard, we are reaching out to provide a few suggestions to help keep you, your friends, and those around you safe.
When you socialize, make a plan:
• Bring the essentials: ID, a charged phone, money, emergency or safety phone numbers.
• Make sure you know where you’re going and a safe route home.
• Use the buddy system and stay with the people you go out with. Never leave with anyone you don’t know.
• Tips for safe consumption of alcohol are available at https://www.csun.edu/police/alcohol-awareness. Whether or not you drink alcohol, remember to protect your drink. Get your own drink and watch it be opened, poured, or mixed. Don’t give anyone an opportunity to slip something in your drink.
• Alcohol and other drugs should not be mixed as together they can cause dangerous effects.
• If you notice someone engaging in risky drinking, watch for signs of alcohol poisoning. If you are concerned about alcohol poisoning, don’t wait, call 911.
For safe partying tips, contact Gabbi Nguyen, Health Educator at the Klotz Student Health Center, at (818) 677-3666.
Have a safe and enjoyable semester. We are here to help!

Sincerely,

Dr. Steve Silver, Psychologist and Alcohol and Other Drugs Counselor
Marianne Link, Assistant Director, Klotz Student Health Center
Dr. Julie Pearce, Director, University Counseling Services
Mark Benavidez, Deputy Chief, Department of Police Services
Roger Chapman-Custer, Interim Manager for Residential Life

09/12/2022

05/20/2020

Thought about a career in law enforcement? Join CSUN Police next week to learn more about this unique opportunity and get a virtual tour of the station! Must register in advance.

03/13/2020

STUDENTS: In light of activities concerning COVID-19, Parking Services will provide prorated permit refunds (extended proration date to Tues. 3/17) via mail. Follow these easy steps:
1. Fill out this form:https://www.csun.edu/sites/default/files/ucs-check-refund-req.pdf
2. Grab your parking permit
3. Mail form and permit to CSUN Parking Services: 18111 Nordhoff Street, Northridge CA 91330-8290
4. Await refund by mail, approx. 2-3 weeks

02/21/2020

Congratulations to our dispatcher Mary Dardon! Her observation skills and quick response helped a student in need. International Association of Campus Law Enforcement Administrators Daily Sundial

Awards are generally reserved for those who stand out among their peers. Mary Dardon, a dispatcher for the CSUN Department of Police Services (DPS), did exactly that, and then some. The CSU Police Commendations Award Ceremony highlights the contributions of the men and women who help keep Califor

10/17/2019

The world’s largest earthquake drill is Thurs., Oct. 17. CSUN will be testing 2 emergency notifications systems – Alertus (desktop notification) & Informacast (VOIP phone speaker message). Join us in earthquake preparedness by practicing Drop! Cover! Hold On!

09/10/2019

We are very pleased to be featured in this article highlighting our student opportunities at CSUN Police Services!

Like many university and college police departments, California State University, Northridge (CSUN) Department of Police Services (DPS) is challenged to deliver top-quality service to our campus community by staffing constraints. CSUN DPS, in collaboration with the campus community, has had a long t...

07/31/2019

With great enthusiasm and pride, we introduce you to our newest officer in Police Services, Officer Lugardo Chavez! Officer Chavez is “home grown,” graduating from CSUN in December 2018 with a Bachelor’s degree in Criminology & Justice Studies. During his time at CSUN, he was a member of Police Services, serving the campus community as part of Matador Patrol.

On July 25th, after six months of rigorous physical fitness and law enforcement training, Officer Chavez graduated from the 208th class of the Rio Hondo Police Academy. What set Officer Chavez apart from his fellow 45 cadets in the Academy was his overall performance that exemplifies his commitment to his law enforcement career and future with CSUN DPS. Officer Chavez earned the award for Honor Cadet, elected Academy Class President, and was the (record-breaking) top performer in the Nike Hill Challenge! To appreciate what this means, allow me to elaborate:

Honor Cadet – The Honor Cadet award is given to the cadet who excelled in all areas of academy instruction. From fi****ms proficiency, emergency vehicle operations, defensive tactics and written exams covering more than 40 learning domains statutorily required by the State, to physical fitness and leadership, this award is given to the cadet who exemplified what it means to give 100%, and his aggregate scores were the top in his class.
Academy Class President – The president position is decided by class vote. Officer Chavez was voted the class president for Class 208 and worked alongside his peers in order to successfully make it to graduation. The president’s position serves as a pillar of service and teamwork in one of the most trying professions.
Nike Hill Challenge – The Nike Hill Challenge is a tradition amongst Rio Hondo Academy classes, where every cadet who has attended the academy can recount their experience on this famous, or infamous, run. The course consists of a 1.5 mile run up the mountain on which the academy is located, and 1.5 miles down to the finish line. Cadets are timed, and Class 208 had one of its very own, Officer Chavez, shatter the previous standing record (23:29) by over a minute, setting a new record (22:17) that may stand for years to come.
Guide-on (Flag Barer) – The Guide-On is a position appointed by the Senior Recruit Training Officer and Officer Chavez was selected to fly the class colors through the final two months of the academy.
We are always looking for exceptional individuals who want to make a difference in this community. Should you want to explore your career potential as an officer at CSUN, please visit our "Careers" page on our website.

05/02/2019

To the CSUN Community: This morning, CSUN Police became aware of a threatening message referencing a possible event next week that was written on an interior stall of a restroom on campus.

It is important for the CSUN community to know that Police Services is treating this matter with the utmost seriousness. The CSUN Police have prepared for such an occurrence and immediately began an investigation in conjunction with other law enforcement partners.

CSUN Police are soliciting any information from our community that can assist us in identifying the individual or individuals responsible for writing the message. Because we understand the impact these acts have on our community, we will exhaust every investigative resource at our disposal.

If you have any information or tips in this case, I ask for your assistance by sharing that information with CSUN Police immediately by calling 818-677-2111, or 911, if an emergency. If you wish to remain anonymous, call 818-677-TIPS (8477).

Sincerely,
Gregory Murphy
Chief of Police

03/19/2019

The CSUN Department of Police Services K9 Unit had a very successful "Pups for the Pantry" food collection! Several Departments helped contribute the largest donation in the history-- 1,550 pounds! More than double the previous donation record. Thank you for your generous contribution!