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2023 Spring Citizens Academy

The UW-Milwaukee Police Citizens Academy is a 4-week program designed to provide citizens with a working knowledge of the UW-Milwaukee Police Department. The training runs from 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm weekly. This training is designed to show citizens a better understanding of the training that our Officers go through, and the procedures used by our Officers. The UW-Milwaukee Police Department Citizens academy is committed to engaging in positive communication, mutual understanding, and support between the Police Department and the Campus Community. Participants who complete the program will receive a certificate of completion at the graduation ceremony.

The deadline to submit your application is March 24th, 2023

Click here for the brochure

Click here for more information and to sign up today.

2023 Coffee with a Cop Featuring UITS

Join your neighbors and police officers for coffee and conversation. We are partnering with members from University Information Technology Services (UITS)  for some FREE COFFEE and CONVERSATIONS! Head over to North West Quad, Building B (first floor lounge area) on Tuesday, February 28, 2023 from 1:00pm to 3:00 pm, and join us for some FREE refreshments, snacks, and networking! We hope to see you there!

The mission of Coffee with a Cop is to break down barriers between police officers and citizens they serve by removing agendas and allowing opportunities to ask questions, voice concerns, and get to know the officers in your neighborhood.

To see our full brochure please visit our event document by Clicking Here

#FreeCoffee #FreeCocoa #FreeCookies #FreeConversation #BuildingRelationships #ProtectingCommunity

2023 Coffee with a Cop Featuring ARC and Autism Society of SE Wisconsin

Join your neighbors and police officers for coffee and conversation. We are partnering with members from Accessibility Resource Center (ARC) and Autism Society of Southeast Wisconsin for some FREE COFFEE and CONVERSATIONS! Head over to the Union first floor on Monday, March 27, 2023 from 10:00am to 12:00 pm, and join us for some FREE refreshments, snacks, and networking! We hope to see you there!

The mission of Coffee with a Cop is to break down barriers between police officers and citizens they serve by removing agendas and allowing opportunities to ask questions, voice concerns, and get to know the officers in your neighborhood.

To see our full brochure please visit our event document by Clicking Here

#FreeCoffee #FreeCocoa #FreeCookies #FreeConversation #BuildingRelationships #ProtectingCommunity

2022 Coffee with a Cop Featuring Neighborhood Housing Office and Sandburg Housing Staff

Join your neighbors and police officers for coffee and conversation. We are partnering with members from Neighborhood Housing Office and Sandburg Housing Staff on Tuesday, 11/29 for some FREE COFFEE and CONVERSATIONS! Head over to the Sandburg Hall Commons from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm, and join us for some FREE refreshments, snacks, and networking! We hope to see you there!

The mission of Coffee with a Cop is to break down barriers between police officers and citizens they serve by removing agendas and allowing opportunities to ask questions, voice concerns, and get to know the officers in your neighborhood.

To see our full brochure please visit our event document by Clicking Here.

#FreeCoffee #FreeCocoa #FreeCookies #FreeConversation #BuildingRelationships #ProtectingCommunity

2022 Coffee with a Cop Featuring Inclusive Excellence Center (IEC)

Join your neighbors and police officers for coffee and conversation. We are partnering with members from Inclusive Excellence Center (IEC) on Friday, 10/21 for some FREE COFFEE and CONVERSATIONS! Head over to the 1st floor of the Library by the GRIND from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm, and join us for some FREE refreshments, snacks, and networking! We hope to see you there!

The mission of Coffee with a Cop is to break down barriers between police officers and citizens they serve by removing agendas and allowing opportunities to ask questions, voice concerns, and get to know the officers in your neighborhood.

To see our full brochure please visit our event document by Clicking Here.

#FreeCoffee #FreeCocoa #FreeCookies #FreeConversation #BuildingRelationships #ProtectingCommunity

October Spotlight – Police Officer Bree Wagner

Hi I’m Officer Wagner,

I’ve been with the UWM Police Department for 8 years.

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

Domestic violence cases at UWM are handled by the Sensitive Crimes Team.

The Sensitive Crimes Team is responsible for the investigation of sexual assaults, internet crimes against children, domestic violence, stalking, and related internet crimes. The Sensitive Crimes Team is comprised of a Detective Sergeant, four Sergeants and five Officers. The Officers provide a survivor focused response, to seek justice for the victim if or when they choose to pursue the case through the Criminal Justice System. The Sensitive Crimes Team works closely with other departments to provide resources with a goal of helping the survivor feel safe, secure, and supported.

Although there are officers on the Sensitive Crimes Team, most members of the department have basic training on sensitive crimes and are compassionate and understanding.

Some useful resources and contacts around UWM and the Milwaukee area are:

UWM Police Department:

Website: https://uwm.edu/police/

Email: uwm-police@uwm.edu

Emergencies: (414) 229-9911

Non-emergencies: (414) 229-4627

Text: Rave Guardian App

Survivor Support & Victim Advocacy:

Website: https://uwm.edu/wellness/health-services/survivor-support/

Email: victimadvocacy@uwm.edu

Phone: 414-229-4582

UWM Student Counseling Services:

Website: https://uwm.edu/wellness/counseling/

Email: wellness-info@uwm.edu

Phone: (414) 229-7429

Milwaukee Police Department District 1:

Website: https://city.milwaukee.gov/police

Emergency: 911

Non-emergency: 414-922-4444

Shorewood Police Department:

Website: https://www.villageofshorewood.org/206/Police-Department

Emergency: 911

Non-emergency: (414) 351-9900

Sojourner Family Peace Center:

Website: https://www.familypeacecenter.org/

Call: (414) 933-2722

Text: (414) 877-8100