Norfolk State University Police Department

04/15/2022

Just because you don't see our face, doesn't mean we're not saving your life. Behind every hero, there is a guaduan looking out for them and we are the hero's guardian. We are Norfolk State University's Police Dispatchers.

03/21/2022

Our Interim Police Chief Covington alongside Attorney Ben Crump and other Law Enforcement Officials.

03/09/2022

NSU Parking and Police Department were amongst the top 5 with 100% for 2022 Administrators, Faculty and Staff Campaign . Thank you to Parking and Police staff for your commitment and liberal donations.

01/27/2022

Congratulations to Officer Whitaker on his promotion to Sergeant and being the 2021 recipient for officer of the year! Special thanks to The American Legion Post 60 for the 4th Annual presentation. Job well done!

01/07/2022

Today we celebrated Security Officer Spiveys retirement after 24 years and 7 months of service. Thank you for your hard work and dedication. You will truly be missed. We wish you the best in your next chapter of life.

12/12/2021

Today we celebrated NSU's 107th Commencement. Congratulations to our 2021 graduates. You did it!!

12/02/2021

NSU/City of Norfolk forum on community challenges (Tuesday, November 30)

Norfolk State University and the City of Norfolk hosted a forum addressing challenges in the community. Students and community members discussed topics such as violence, poverty, food deserts, the digital divide, community redevelopment and other issues. This event was inspiring and helpful to all in the community. A special thanks to our Chief for his inspiring story and encouraging words.

https://fb.watch/9EJyqwXasZ/

12/01/2021

2021 Salvation Army Stuff A Stocking Drive. Together NSU Police and Parking Department committed and executed to stuff 35 stockings for the local Salvation Army, we were grateful to be able to help and support..

11/29/2021

Happy birthday to our Interim Chief Brian Covington.

11/13/2021

Timeline photos

In honor of Veterans Day, a wreath-laying ceremony was held on November 11, 2021, at 9 a.m. at the Norfolk State University Veterans Memorial, located in front of Joseph G. Echols Memorial Hall. Watch some of President Adams-Gaston's remarks at https://youtu.be/57-7kqtKy04. In addition to the wreath-laying ceremony, faculty, staff, students and alumni will travel to West Point Cemetery to clean up and place flags at the grave sites of Veterans. The Norfolk State University community would like to thank all Veterans and those currently serving in the Armed Forces for their service to the Nation. We would also like to recognize the Veterans who are part of the Spartan family, including faculty, staff, students and alumni. Again, thank you for your service and thank you for your sacrifice. #BEHOLD #SpartanPride #VeteransDay

11/12/2021

They came with the tricks but we had the treats.
Norfolk State University Trunk or Treat 2021.

11/12/2021

“It doesn’t take a hero to order men into battle. It takes a hero to be one of those men who goes into battle.” – General Norman Schwarzkopf, U.S. Army

11/12/2021

It is our pleasure to welcome Dr. J to Norfolk State University. We are excited to have you to lead us into the future of the university.

11/12/2021

Please join the Norfolk State University Police Department as we congratulate and welcome Officer R. Pieper, Officer T. Jenkins, and Officer D. Jones. We are excited to welcome them as they bring a wealth of knowledge and are a great addition to our team.

11/11/2021

To our men
and women in uniform,
past, present, and future
God bless you and
Thank you for your service!
Happy Veterans Day

02/09/2021

On February 5, 2021, the Norfolk State University Police Department and Norfolk State University celebrated Detective N. Registe for being selected as the 2020 Officer of The Year! Det. Registe has worked very hard during her tenure. She has went above and beyond her assigned duties to ensure that NSU PD are well represented throughout the campus as well as the community. Thank you Det. Registe for all that you've done and continue to do! CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!

https://youtu.be/7dTdyxiDwWg

12/17/2020

Today was another day of Celebration. We honored Sgt. P. Turner and Sgt. D. Jenkins for the 25 plus years of dedicated Law Enforcement careers. These men are now embarking on their "Retirement!" We celebrated them with a parade ending with a great celebration with family, friends and coworkers, past and present. We continue to wish them well in their future endeavors!!
HAPPY RETIREMENT FROM THE NORFOLK STATE UNIVERSITY POLICE DEPARTMENT!!!

12/12/2020

12/11/2020

Today was Sgt. D. Jenkins' last official roll call. He has been in Law Enforcement for 25 years! He will now embark on his RETIREMENT! We wish him well and there are more official retirement celebrations to come. Thank you Sgt. Jenkins for all you have done for the Norfolk State University Police Department! You will be missed!

12/07/2020

The NSUPD will continue to show support on and off the campus of Norfolk State University. The community gathered to show Jordan how much he is loved on his 14th birthday. NSUPD escorted the vehicles for the car parade to help maintain social distancing in a fun and safe manner!
Happy 14th Birthday Jordan!!!

12/04/2020

NSUPD will always do what we can to support the community and the less fortunate. Our department participated in the "Salvation Army's Stuff a Stocking" again this year. We hope that we can help a few children have a very Merry Christmas!

12/04/2020

DEPUTY CHIEF NAMED!!

Brian Covington has been selected as the new Deputy Chief of Police of the Norfolk State University Police Department. Covington is a public safety professional with more than 23 years of law enforcement experience and recently served as the University’s Interim Deputy Chief of Police.
He began his career as a public safety patrol officer and rose through the ranks to Police Captain with the City of Hampton Police Department. His experience and assignments included working in and leading several departments such as Support Services and Special Projects, Homeland Security, Personnel and Recruitment, Internal Affairs, Patrol Operations, 911 Dispatch Center, Homicide, and VICE Narcotics. His background further includes eight years of military service with the North Carolina and Virginia Army National Guard as a military police officer.
Covington is a member of several professional organizations, including the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives, International Association of Chiefs of Police, and Virginia Chapter of the FBI National Academy Associates. As a police captain and interim deputy chief of police, he has supervised and managed over 100 sworn public safety officers and civilian personnel. Additionally, he managed and assisted with the oversight of a $6 million administrative budget. He is a transformational leader with high emotional intelligence and situational awareness, with a proven track record of success in developing strategies and implementing policies.
Covington is a graduate of the FBI National Academy and has attended numerous law enforcement and professional development programs, including Executive Police Management, Internal Affairs, Crisis Intervention & Stress Management, Equal Employment Opportunity, Hostage Negotiation, Emergency Preparedness, Title IX, and Threat Assessment training. He earned a bachelor's degree in criminal justice from Fayetteville State University, a master's degree in human resources management from Troy State University, a certificate of executive leadership in criminal justice education from the University of Virginia, and is currently enrolled in a doctoral program in strategic leadership at Regent University.

09/05/2020

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NSU Police Chief Vincent Moore and President Javaune Adams-Gaston practice social distancing at the NSU COVID-19 testing site.

08/28/2020

Let's All Do Our Part NSU: How to Prevent the Spread of COVID-19 on Campus

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Welcome back, Spartans! We're happy to welcome everyone back to campus this year, but to keep everyone safe, we have to do things a little differently. Let's...

08/26/2020

Norfolk State University Fall 2020 Welcome Message (Video)

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Norfolk State University President Dr. Javaune Adams-Gaston shares a welcome message with the Spartan Community as virtual courses start today for the first ...

08/15/2020

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Conversations with President Adams-Gaston

07/21/2020

#NSUPDPRIDE #NSUPRIDE #BeholdTheGreenAndGold

Today, President Adams-Gaston joined other local universities in the 2020 Unity Walk.

The walk included student-athletes and athletics administrators from Hampton, Old Dominion, William & Mary, Virginia Wesleyan and Christopher Newport. SAACs from each of those schools have come together to form the 757 Student-Athlete Coalition for Social Change.

As the coalition develops strategies and programs to address social justice, racial discrimination, diversity and inclusion in a collective effort, the Unity Walk will serve as the first of those programs. #BlackLivesMatter

06/08/2020

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05/22/2020

The Signs (Scroll) | Friendship & Mental Health | Ad Council

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Don’t know if your friend is down? Here are a few signs you can look out for. Have you met Awkward Silence? He’s here to show you how an awkward silence can ...

05/21/2020

SEIZE THE AWKWARD

May is Mental Health Awareness month. NSUPD wants to ensure we are providing useful tips when dealing or helping with mental health. Remember to "Seize the Awkward" moment.

https://seizetheawkward.org/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIntK625HD6QIVjYzICh31FgBEEAAYASAAEgLyFvD_BwE#signs-of-mental-health-issues

Reaching out to a friend about their mental health is important. Learn about these tips and warning signs that can help start a conversation around depression and anxiety.

05/14/2020

In 1962, President Kennedy proclaimed May 15th as National Peace Officers Memorial Day and the calendar week in which May 15th falls, as National Police Week. Established by a joint resolution of Congress in 1962, National Police Week pays special recognition to those law enforcement officers who have lost their lives in the line of duty for the safety and protection of others. Our fallen but never forgotten Heroes!!!!In remembrance of those Law Enforcement officers during National Police Week, Norfolk State University Police Officer will wear their memorial band across their badges. As we unite in recognition, dedication, honor, remember and celebrate National Law Enforcement Officers.

01/23/2020

Today the American Legion and the Norfolk State University Police Department presented Sgt. Hyman with the Officer of The Year award. Sgt. Hyman is well deserving of this award. Please help us continue to congratulate him on a continuous JOB WELL DONE!!!

01/23/2020

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