Department of Police and Public Safety

The NIU Department of Police and Public Safety is composed of sworn officers and support staff who protect and serve our campus community. We’re dedicated to preventing and investigating crime, assisting in emergencies, and providing a range of resources to help students, employees and community members stay safe.

Contact Us

For emergencies, call 911.

For situations that aren't urgent, call our nonemergency number: 815-753-1212.

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Learn About Reporting Crimes or Concerns

Get Notified

Our safety notification system keeps our campus and community informed on safety, health and other issues.

Learn About Types of Notifications

Subscribe to Notifications

Keep Yourself Safe

Our tips will show you how to help create a safe environment for yourself and others in our campus community.

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Learn About Safe Selling

Be Trained to Help

We can empower you to provide assistance in medical emergencies, with options for health care professionals and those with no medical training.

Learn About CPR and First Aid Training