Safety is a priority at The Ohio State University. Please explore the list of resources available to help to keep you safe.
The OSU Department of Public Safety
Safety is the top priority for the Department of Public Safety. Please click the link and browse the many resources, tips, and procedures for staying safe in various circumstances.
Trying to report a crime? Call 614-292-2121 or visit How to Report a Crime.
Call 614-293-8500 (non-emergency for all Medical Center locations). For emergencies, dial 9-1-1
Medical Center Security is a division of OSU’s Department of Public Safety. Medical Center Security operations span a large geographical area, and in addition to the main Medical Center complex; deploy Officers and support technology at University Hospitals East, Outpatient Care East, Outpatient Care Gahanna, Outpatient Care Lewis Center, Polaris, the Ackerman Complex, Martha Morehouse Medical Plaza, and approximately 30 individual outreach facilities throughout the central Ohio area.
Additional Resources
Ohio State’s Department of Public Safety uses a variety of methods to communicate with the campus community. The Buckeye Alert System is a multi-modal, emergency notification system that includes nearly two dozen communication methods. The Buckeye Alert System integrated new technology in 2016 to enhance the timely sharing of safety information. Buckeye Alerts, often sent via text message, are issued when it is determined that the campus community needs to take immediate action to remain safe.
The City of Ohio State Podcast
The Ohio State University hosts more than 100,000 students, faculty, staff and visitors each day. The “City of Ohio State” podcast takes a deep dive into the support services that keep OSU’s Columbus campus running 24/7. Hear from industry experts in the fields of facilities, construction, real estate, public safety, transportation and more. The “City of Ohio State” podcast is brought to you by Ohio State’s Office of Administration and Planning.
How to Respond to an Active Aggressor Situation
Finding yourself in an active aggressor situation can cause extreme panic and disorientation. But if you know what to do ahead of time, your chances of surviving this type of emergency situation are greatly increased.