Emergency Contact Information
In an emergency, please call the UWM Police Department at 911 on a UWM Teams account or 414-229-9911 on a cell phone or off-campus phone. 911 may be used from off-campus locations or from your cell phone to reach City of Milwaukee police, fire and ambulance services.
Your Network of Support
As a student at UWM, your safety is a top priority. UWM is full of resources and people to help in an emergency if you’re in crisis or just need someone to listen. We’re here for you.
UWM Safety Resources
UWM Police
Learn how to connect with the UWM Police Department, which has dozens of officers who provide around-the-clock police service, safety and security to the campus community. Download the RAVE Guardian app to receive emergency alerts and to text directly with the UWMPD.
Safe Ride Service
Be On the Safe Side (B.O.S.S.) is a safe ride service available for free to UWM students, operating every day between 6 p.m. and 2 a.m. during the traditional academic calendar.
Your Health
A team is here to provide treatment if you are injured or in distress and to assist you in learning to make healthy choices each day.
Sexual Harassment and Violence
UWM is committed to a campus free of all forms of discrimination, including sexual violence and harassment. Survivors can receive services regardless of whether they file a formal report.
Dean of Students Office
Get help in reporting concerns, resolving problems and connecting with campus resources for financial, laptop and food assistance.
Free Speech, Rights and Limits
As a public university, UWM must balance the right of free speech on campus with ensuring that we are caring for all students in our community.
Annual Safety Report
UWM provides statistics on campus crime in its Annual Security Report and Annual Fire Safety Report. The report also includes personal safety and crime-reporting information for students and employees.