University Police
Sign Up for Emergency Alerts
In case of an emergency, you will receive a voicemail, email and text message.
Report a Crime
- Call University Police at 413-572-5262
- Fill out the Report a Crime form (can be anonymous)
- Report a Missing Person
Traffic & Parking
Other Services
Public Information
- Annual Clery Security and Fire Safety Report
In compliance with the CLERY Act, the department compiles and publishes campus crime statistics annually. - Crime Log
Monthly report of criminal incidents on campus. - Investigation of Missing Persons ("Suzanne's Law")
About the Department
The Westfield State University Police Department is located on Western Ave. between the Commuter Lot and the main entrance to the university. The Police Dispatch Center is open 24/7 year-round and can be reached at 413-572-5262
The Department works to ensure a peaceful quality of life, establish a partnership with the community and support a safe learning environment through fair and impartial policing practices.
The Department is comprised of a Chief, Captain, 3 Lieutenants, 12 Police Officers, 1 full-time Security Officer, 3 part-time Security Officers, 3 Dispatchers, 15 Student Safety Assistants and 1 Office Manager.
University Police Officers are empowered by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts General Laws and are certified under the Police Officer Standards and training Commission (POST). All officers enforce state laws, including motor vehicle laws, as well as university rules and regulations and have full powers of arrest.
Programs
As part of our Community Policing efforts, University Police Officers are available to instruct a variety of Crime Prevention and Safety programs for the WSU community such as, CPR/First Aid, Rape Aggression Defense (RAD) and Run-Hide-Fight. Officers also attend various events in the residential halls as part of our Adopt-A-Hall program.
Decals and Parking
If you have questions about decals and parking, dial 413-572-8731 or email parking@westfield.ma.edu
Shuttle Service
The Owl shuttle provides transportation around campus for students, faculty and staff.
Additional information about the department can be found at westfield.ma.edu/offices/department-of-public-safety
The department is a division of Enrollment Management and Student Affairs.
Employment
Interested in working for Westfield in the University Police Department? Full and part-time positions are available, including positions for students.
Student Threat Assessment Team (STAT)
This team is responsible for receiving and reviewing reports of potentially threatening, violent or alarming behaviors by any student of the University. To meet with the team or to report a concern, please contact the Dean of Students Office at 413-572-5425/5421.
Contact Us
University Police
University Police, White House
577 Western Ave
Westfield, MA 01086
University Police Staff
EMERGENCIES: 911
Non-Emergencies:
Dial X5262 on campus or (413) 572-5262 off-campus
Fax: (413) 572-5496
Hours of Operation
Dispatchers are on duty 24 hours a day.
General: M-F, 8:00am-4:00pm
Other important numbers:
- WSU Health Services: (413) 572-5415
- Westfield Police Department: (413) 562-5411
- Westfield Fire Department: (413) 562-2329
- Baystate Noble Hospital: (413) 568-2811
- Massachusetts State Police, Russell: (413) 862-3312
- Poison Control Center: (800) 962-1253