The Rape Aggression Defense System (RAD) teaches men and women realistic self-defense tactics and techniques. The program’s focus is two-fold: to teach techniques to recognize… Read more »

The Department of Public Safety welcomes you the University of Southern California and to the City of “Angels,” Los Angeles, California. USC is located in… Read more »

Bikes are one of the most convenient ways to get around campus and a valuable asset–whether you’re dashing between classes or taking a study break to meet friends for a coffee, owning a bike helps keep you mobile. In order to cut down on theft and improve recovery rates, DPS offers a complimentary bike registration system for all staff, students, and faculty. If you are planning on using your bike on campus, you must register it by completing our online form.

False Alarm Reduction Program The USC Department of Public Safety provides security alarm monitoring and response to alarm activations. When an officer responds to an… Read more »

The Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) and the Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) are hosting their 8th Annual LAPD & LAFD Safe Summer Tip-off Youth… Read more »

We are saddened to announce the passing of Public Safety Communications Operator (PSCO) Jennifer Teague.  Jennifer had been valiantly battling Breast Cancer for the past… Read more »

HOAX BOMB THREAT Advisory #: 2017-002 On Friday, May 26th, several threatening anonymous printouts, identified by LAPD and the FBI as part of an apparent nationwide… Read more »

The men and women of DPS congratulates the Class of 2017 for your perseverance and achievement in obtaining your degree. We wish each and every… Read more »

DPS will be conducting bicycle registrations on Wednesday, April 19, 2017, from 4:00PM to 6:30PM, at the following locations: 30th Street and University Ave Jefferson… Read more »

DPS is offering a self-defense course called Rape Aggression Defense Training (RAD). The course is a total of 12 hours and is broken down into… Read more »