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The UH Manoa Department of Public Safety provides year-round protection and security for the campus community 24 hours a day. Don't walk alone!

The UH Mānoa Department of Public Safety provides year-round protection and security for the UH Mānoa community 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. DPS provides the following services:

- Incident Management: response & investigation
- Victim/survivor assistance
- Emergency alerts & timely warnings
- Emergency preparedness & management
- Educational outreach: events, programs, and presentations
- Campus Safety Escort Service (see below for more information)
- Facility lockup and unlock
- Active shooter response training
- Reporting according to federal laws (Jeanne Clery Act, VAWA, Campus SaVE, Title IX)
- Special event services

The Campus Safety Escort Service is available to any student, faculty, or staff member every evening from dusk until dawn. Call us at (808) 956-SAFE (7233) to request your safety escort. To request a Safety Presentation for your class, club, or group, send a short description of your event, along with the date and time requested, to [email protected]. Download our new campus safety app, Manoa Guardian! See our informational video and FAQs: http://manoaguardian.com/

The UH Mānoa Department of Public Safety complies with the Jeanne Clery Act. For information concerning DPS policies, the Clery Annual Security Report, crime prevention and other safety tips, visit manoa.hawaii.edu/dps.

10/14/2026

Did you know?
Over the past year, 79% of mopeds reported stolen on campus were not secured to a fixed object. It’s frustrating that thieves target students’ property, but taking a few extra steps to secure your moped can help make it a less appealing target.

Following two recent moped thefts near Johnson Hall, UH Mānoa DPS is sharing a few helpful reminders to reduce the risk of theft.

Even with a wheel or steering lock, mopeds can still be vulnerable to theft. Securing your moped to a designated rack with a heavy-duty chain and lock can provide an added layer of protection.

Lock it to a rack. Park smart. Protect your ride.

See something suspicious? Call DPS at (808) 956-6911.

08/24/2026

A few quick reminders as we kick off the new semester, stay alert, secure your belongings, sign up for UH Alerts, and look out for one another. 🤙

And remember, UH Mānoa DPS is here if you need assistance, have a safety concern, or just have a question.

Stay safe and have a great semester!

08/07/2026

We had some very special visitors today!

We’ve missed seeing our UH Mānoa students around campus this summer, so it was extra special to welcome some of our littlest students today!

The keiki from the UH Mānoa Children’s Center visited the Department of Public Safety as part of their Community Helpers field trip.

02/14/2026

MOPED SAFETY 101

Course Description:
An ongoing, real-life class covering helmet compliance, Hawaiʻi moped law, and theft prevention.

Core Requirements:
•Wear a helmet (required by Hawaiʻi law)
•Know and follow the rules
•Lock your moped properly — every time
•Park in designated areas only

Learning Outcomes:
• Protect the brain you’re paying tuition for
• Avoid citations
• Reduce your risk of theft
• Get home safely

The good news?
You can take MOPED SAFETY 101 as many times as you need to.

Review it before every ride.
Class dismissed.

Ps WEAR YOUR HELMET

01/22/2026

🚨 We’re Hiring! 🚨
The UH Mānoa Department of Public Safety is looking for student Community Service Officers (CSOs)!

✔ Flexible hours
✔ Paid training
✔ Gain real-world experience
✔ Help keep our campus safe

Perfect for students looking for a meaningful on-campus job.
Apply and join the DPS ʻohana!

01/13/2026

Creating a safer campus starts with knowledge.

UH Mānoa Department of Public Safety offers free workshops and trainings for students, faculty, and staff—covering topics like Active Shooter Preparedness, Safety & Wellness, Conflict Resolution, First Aid/CPR, and more.

The sessions currently scheduled and open for registration are available now. Take advantage of these opportunities to learn, prepare, and look out for one another.

01/12/2026

Welcome back! Spring semester is here and campus is buzzing again.

We’re so glad to have you back. Lets make is a safe, successful start for everyone. Just a few safety reminders.

01/05/2026

Motor Vehicle Theft at JABSOM

On Sunday, January 4, 2026 between 4:23 a.m. and 4:35 a.m., a white University of Hawai’i Ford E350, 15 passenger type van, was stolen from parking Lot B of the John A. Burns School of Medicine. The van has a green state seal on the driver and passenger side doors and bears license plate SHF209.

Please notify the UH Mānoa Department of Public Safety (DPS) at (808) 956-6911 or the Honolulu Police Department (HPD) at 911 if you have any information regarding this incident.

12/05/2025

Your UH Mānoa DPS is here 24/7, but looking out for each other makes campus safer for everyone. Stay alert, trust your instincts, and don’t be afraid to speak up or ask for help. We’ve got you!

Address

1951 East West Road
Honolulu, HI
96822

Website

http://manoa.hawaii.edu/dps

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