Emergency Communication Methods

In an emergency, notification will begin immediately and may use one or all of these methods:

  • DU Alert
  • Outdoor Warning Siren System
  • Mass e-mail, Blackboard, DU Daily, and website
  • Campus Hotline: x1700 from campus phone or 412.396.1700.  (Recorded message regarding cancellations, delays, or emergency issues)
  • Local/Regional radio, television
  • PA System built into siren control of each police vehicle
  • “Bullhorn”:  handheld PA devices

Communications

Contact Us

Contact the Public Safety Department 24 hours a day:

Emergencies
Call COPS (x2677) from campus or 412.396.COPS (2677)

Non-emergencies
Call 412.396.6002