Emergency Information and Management
Emergency planning, preparedness resources, training information and guidance for responding to disasters and major incidents affecting the campus community.
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The University Police Department is committed to preserving a safe environment for everyone, whether you are a student, faculty, staff member, resident, or visiting campus.
The Cal State Monterey Bay Police Department is committed to protecting life and property while fostering a safe, welcoming campus environment. Through professional service and strong partnerships with the campus community, the department supports the well-being of students, faculty, staff and visitors.
The CSUMB Police Department provides a variety of services to support the safety and needs of the campus community:
University Police are committed to creating a safe, welcoming environment where students, faculty and staff can learn, work and thrive. Through community partnerships, service and proactive safety efforts, officers are present to support and protect the Cal State Monterey Bay campus community.
The CSUMB SAFE app has many features and is the official safety app for Cal State Monterey Bay, designed to help keep students, staff, and visitors safe on campus. Download the CSUMB SAFE app on your mobile device below today.
If you are a victim of crime or a witness to a crime, report it to the University Police Department in person or by calling 831-655-0268 as soon as possible. You can also send us an anonymous tip.
Send an Anonymous Tip
If you would like UPD Bike Patrol Officers to attend an event or provide info on bike safety and laws, contact us. You may also register your bike for theft prevention and recovery purposes.
Register Your Bike
If you believe a member of UPD has mistreated you, violated your rights, or been unprofessional, you can file a complaint in person, in writing or to Daniel Andrada at 831-582-3624/dandrada@csumb.edu.
Citizen Complaint Investigation FormEmergency planning, preparedness resources, training information and guidance for responding to disasters and major incidents affecting the campus community.
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Learn how to help keep the Cal State Monterey Bay community safe. Find crime prevention tips, safety resources and programs that support awareness, preparedness and shared responsibility across campus.
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OTTERalert is CSUMB’s emergency alert system. It delivers emergency alerts via email, text, desktop notification, and an outdoor speaker system to all members of the CSUMB community.
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We share our campus with native wildlife such as deer, coyotes and mountain lions. Find safety tips, reporting information and guidance to help you stay aware and prepared while respecting our natural surroundings.
Access police reports, request public records, and find information about fees, processing times and required forms. Our Records unit is here to help you obtain the documents you need in a timely and transparent manner.
Find information about Clery Act notices, public safety bulletins, and annual security reports. The CSUMB Crime Log is also available here. During campus holiday closures, the Crime Log will be posted on the next scheduled workday.
Learn about the state laws, federal regulations and CSU policies that guide Cal State Monterey Bay Police Department operations and help maintain a safe campus community.
Access official forms, policies and documents from the Cal State Monterey Bay Police Department, including records requests, reporting forms and public safety resources.
In an emergency, CALL 9-1-1. Officers are available 24/7. Call (831) 655-0268 for non-emergency situations.
The University Police Department is located at 100 Campus Center, Valley Hall Suite F, Seaside, CA, 93955. Our public counter is open Mon-Fri, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. when CSUMB is open.
Interim Chief of Police/Associate Vice President for Public Safety