Mission
The University of Arkansas Police Department, in partnership with the community we serve, is committed to protecting and serving the future of Arkansas and beyond by embracing the philosophy of community policing and by promoting a safe and secure environment through excellence, initiative, and integrity.
Fingerprinting
Services
Fingerprinting services are offered on a walk-in basis Tuesday-Thursday from 2-4 p.m.Learn More
Concealed Carry on Campus
Providing a safe and secure environment is a priority at the University of Arkansas. State law only allows individuals who meet specific criteria to obtain a permit to carry a concealed handgun on campus.Learn More
Witness
Reporting
Have you witnessed a potential threat to campus safety? File a report to help keep
our community safeReporting Resources
Learn to Protect Yourself — Enroll in Self-Defense!
Join our 8-week self-defense course (T/Th, 2:30–3:45 p.m. in HPER 216) and earn 1 credit hour while gaining practical safety skills. Through guided, hands-on simulations, you’ll strengthen awareness, master effective maneuvers and build confidence to respond safely in real-world situations.
Feedback Wanted: UAPD Accreditation Assessment
As part of an annual assessment, the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies Inc. (CALEA) will perform an assessment to ensure the U of A Police Department is continuing to meet accreditation standards. University employees and members of the community are invited to offer comments regarding UAPD's ability to meet its required standards at anytime during the year via the CALEA Public Access Portal.