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Emergency on campus? Breaking news? Whatever the case, DPSS's news and alerts keep you apprised of campus goings-on.

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Students, faculty and staff are automatically enrolled to receive U-M Emergency Alerts via email and text message/SMS. Please visit the Verify Emergency Alert Enrollment page to confirm or update the mobile number, voice-only number, or email currently enrolled in the system.

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Emergency Alerts

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    U-M Emergency Alert 9/18/25

    Note: Suspect was arrested at 11:34 pm. There is no threat to the campus at this time. Investigation ongoing.FINAL UPDATE: 10:52 p.m. Area canvassed. Investigation ongoing. Stay alert.Update #4: 10:21 p.m. Alleged suspect Lagarien Thomas, 33, not fou...
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Crime Alerts

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    Crime Alert 2025-1: Felonious Assault [Canceled]

    Summary: The University of Michigan Police Department (UMPD) is investigating a reported stabbing at the Michigan Medicine Pavilion construction site. According to information provided to the police, the victim, who is acquainted with the suspect, wa...
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Security Bulletins

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    Security Bulletin 12/15/24: Assault with Intent to do Great Bodily Harm

    The Ann Arbor Police Department (AAPD) has informed DPSS of an ongoing investigation into an off-campus assault that occurred in the 600 block of East William Street. According to AAPD, the victim reported seeing three suspects stealing items, includ...
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    Thank You for Your Support and Vigilance

    Dear Community Members,Yesterday’s tragic incident deeply affected all of us, and I want to take a moment to recognize and thank you for your extraordinary response. Your diligence, quick action, and care for one another made a real difference in hel...
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