Resources & Initiatives
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Email safety concerns to the correct campus administrator using our Contact List. Personal messages, however short, make a huge impact!
Have concerns about residence hall conditions & maintenance? The student led University Housing Rights Organization can help!
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UC BERKELEY NIGHT SAFETY SERVICES
NIGHT SHUTTLES - SAFEWALK (fka BearWalk) - DOOR TO DOOR
ATTENTION!
SAFEWALK is the new name for the dusk-2:30am walking escort formerly known as BearWalk. Click here to learn more.
NOTICE FOR FPF* STUDENTS!
The downtown Golden Bear Center at 1995 University Ave is NOT within SafeWalk boundaries.
To get a SafeWalk from GBC, put the walk request in for Milivia & University (the southeast corner of the building) and wait inside until the app shows the SafeWalk team member is almost there.
* Fall Program for First Semester
IN AN EMERGENCY, DIAL 911 IMMEDIATELY — on or off campus
Additional police numbers below (source: UCPD)
ATTENTION!
The number on the back of student ID cards is UCPD’s emergency alternate number — only for on campus and from a cell phone.
While the UCPD campus-only emergency alternate number (510-642-3333) can be a good option in certain situations, students should understand THEY CAN ALWAYS DIAL 911 IN AN EMERGENCY, EVEN ON CAMPUS!
Transportation Resources for Students
UC Berkeley SafeWalk Escort (Dusk to 2:30am) (f/k/a BearWalk)
UC Berkeley Night Safety Shuttles
UC Berkeley Door to Door Service (3am to 5:30am)
UC Berkeley BearTransit daytime shuttles
UC Berkeley ‘24-’25 Student Transportation Handbook (Includes Public Bus & BART options)
General Safety Resources — UC Berkeley
Sign up for UC Berkeley WarnMe alerts
UC Berkeley Police Enhancing Safety — Best Practices, FAQs & More
UC Berkeley Support Portal: a single entry point to address a variety of concerns
UC Berkeley Housing’s safety webpage
How to report disruptive behavior on campus by non-affiliates, including encampments
UC Berkeley 2024 Annual Security & Fire Safety Report (2023 data)
UC Berkeley Police (UCPD): Daily Crime Log
UC Berkeley Clery Act Compliance Division
U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security Analysis Tools
Sexual Violence & Harassment Resources — UC Berkeley
Quick Guide for Students: Where to Get SVSH Support
Homepage: Addressing Sexual Violence & Sexual Harassment
Homepage: PATH to Care Center (confidential survivor support)
Urgent 24/7 SVSH Care Line: 510-643-2005
Homepage: Office for Prevention of Harassment & Discrimination (OPHD) (Title IX Office)
Quick Guide: Office for Prevention of Harassment & Discrimination (OPHD)
Safety Resources — City of Berkeley
City of Berkeley Police Department (BPD) Transparency Hub
City of Berkeley Police Department (BPD) 2023 Annual Report
City of Berkeley: Reporting safety concerns at an encampment
Crime @ Cal
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