University Police

The LSUA University Police Department (UPD) is committed to providing a safe and secure environment where students, faculty, staff, and visitors can thrive. UPD supports and enhances the LSUA experience by ensuring that all individuals who study, work, and visit our campus can do so in a safe, worry-free environment. The University Police Department is dedicated to preserving peace, preventing crime, and responding to emergencies effectively, fostering a community where safety and success go hand in hand.

Our officers understand the unique dynamics of a campus community and serve with a strong focus on community-oriented policing. Each officer is a highly trained, certified police professional commissioned by the State of Louisiana, ensuring that LSUA remains a safe place to work, learn, and live.

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Emergency and Non-Emergency Services

Emergency Contact:
Dial 911 for immediate assistance.

Non-Emergency Contact:
Call (318) 473-6427 for routine inquiries or non-emergency situations.

RAVE Guardian App is available for smartphones, offering an extra layer of protection by enabling quick communication with campus police.

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Reporting and Feedback

Reports can remain anonymous, but providing a contact method (such as an email or phone number) is encouraged for cases requiring further investigation. All reports are thoroughly investigated, and your input is crucial to maintaining campus safety.

Community Engagement and Safety

Maintaining safety is a shared responsibility, and we encourage everyone to stay vigilant and report any suspicious activity or concerns. Your observations are invaluable in helping us maintain a secure campus. To contact UPD, please refer to the methods listed in the “Contact Information” section or reach out directly in person.

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Professional Standards and Patrols

LSUA University Police is a full-service public safety agency. Our officers meet and exceed the rigorous standards set by the Louisiana Police Officers Standards and Training Council (P.O.S.T.) and are commissioned by the Louisiana Department of Public Safety under Louisiana Revised Statutes, Section 17:1805. Officers have full police and arrest authority and patrol the campus 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. UPD works closely with the Rapides Parish 911 Communications Center, ensuring seamless coordination with area law enforcement, fire departments, and emergency medical services.