Campus Safety at UHSP: What Families Should Know

When families picture college life, they dream of their student growing, thriving and finding their calling—not worrying about safety. At University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis (UHSP) campus safety is taken seriously. With a 24/7 public safety team, secure campus access, strong partnerships with surrounding hospitals and universities and an established presence in the heart of St. Louis, UHSP is a place where students can feel safe and supported thanks to the tireless work of our public safety and operations teams.

24/7 Protection: Always Here, Always Watching 

Highly trained UHSP public safety officers are ready for anything: security issues, medical emergencies or mental health situations. These aren’t just security guards; they’re experienced first responders, familiar faces and trusted allies for the campus community.

“We are on campus 24/7,” said James Little, director of public safety at UHSP. “Day or night, rain or shine, we are here, keeping watch and standing ready alongside our partners in residence life.”

Public safety also offers personalized support, including walking students to their cars, escorting them to campus buildings and providing assistance when they feel unsafe.

Top 3 Safety Features that Set UHSP Apart

Smart Access, Safe Spaces

Access to dorms, campus buildings, elevators and stairwells is secured through an ID card system. This ensures that only authorized people are able to enter private campus areas. Not to mention there are hundreds of monitored cameras, emergency beacons and well-lit paths around campus that help create a safe environment for all.

Rave Alerts 

UHSP uses the Rave Alert system to keep students, faculty and families informed of campus emergencies in real time. Whether it is a severe weather event, security issue or other urgent update, Rave delivers timely notifications to your phone, desktop or email.

Students are automatically enrolled in the system. Parents can sign up too, helping families stay connected when it matters most. Alerts are also shared on UHSP’s official social media channels to maximize visibility.

Reliable Partners 

UHSP’s public safety team leads campus protection, supported by security partners from Washington University School of Medicine, Barnes Jewish Hospital and St. Louis Children’s Hospital.

“We have our own dedicated public safety team on campus,” Little explained. “And our location gives us access to nearby support and strong coordination with partner agencies.”

Safety You Can Trust 

Sending a student to college is an act of trust. At UHSP, we honor that trust daily—not just with protocols, but with people who care. Safety here isn’t a checkbox, it’s a lived commitment to your student’s wellbeing.

Next Steps for New Students and Families 

If you’re getting ready to join UHSP, here are two quick things you can do now to prepare: 

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