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@UFPublicSafety
UF Public Safety
7 years
Update: Richard Spencer event has concluded and he has left the University of Florida campus.
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UF Public Safety
8 years
Can anyone confirm if this location is at #FSU football locker room? #PokemonGO #FSUfootballjokes #Publix
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UF Public Safety
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We do not recommend giving our officers belly rubs...however there are exceptions to that rule....Happy Birthday to Officer Boomer who turned 6 this weekend.
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UF Public Safety
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Thanks to the Florida Highway Patrol for assisting with campus safety. They have several Quick Response Force Teams patrolling campus.
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UF Public Safety
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We do our best to make sure everyone gets home safe..Officers took this baby Gator home to Lake Alice after it showed up at McCarty Hall.
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UF Public Safety
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@cjjlockwoodd It was oregano...
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UF Public Safety
5 years
K-9 Boomer is practicing social distancing! Follow his example by staying 6 feet apart from others, refraining from attending events with groups of 10 or more, and limiting shopping to once a week. Stay safe Gator Nation!
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UF Public Safety
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Today, we say goodbye to our sweet K-9 Police Dog, Viper, who worked with Officer Motes until his end of watch on January 23, 2020. Viper, a loyal companion on-and-off duty, thank you for protecting the Gator Nation.
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UF Public Safety
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There will be a US Navy flyover at this Saturday's LSU game where the Navy will fly over three F-22 Raptor jets. Tomorrow afternoon at 3:00 PM, the Navy pilots will conduct a practice run, so do not be alarmed if you see or hear the jets tomorrow afternoon.
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@UFPublicSafety
UF Public Safety
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Hurricane Season lasts from June 1 to November 30 every year. Here's a tip on how to differentiate between a hurricane watch and a warning. For a watch, the conditions in which a hurricane can form are possible. For a hurricane warning, the conditions are expected to occur.
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UF Public Safety
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In memory of those who lost their lives & in honor of the survivors & first responders of the Pulse Nightclub shooting. #OrlandoUnitedDay
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UF Public Safety
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UFPD is needing your help to identify these individuals. If you know their identity, please call (352) 392-1111, submit tips via our website, or submit a tip through our silent witness portal at Media request can be made at
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UF Public Safety
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For our UFPD K9's, every day is #TakeYourDogToWorkDay 😎
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UF Public Safety
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UFPD K9 Boomer making sure everything was safe @OConnellCTR for this past weekend's graduation....or perhaps aiming to be the next special graduation speaker?!? 💙🚔🐶
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UF Public Safety
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Dear @UF professors we apologize in advance if any students are late to class....they were busy enjoying the weather and meeting our K9’s
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UF Public Safety
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Our thoughts & prayers are with everyone who was involved in the horrific #PulseNightclubShooting & to the @OrlandoPolice investigation.
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UF Public Safety
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Here is an wonderful email we received today. Thanks to these two amazing officers, and all of our amazing officers, who go above and beyond everyday/year round to serve @UF #GoGreater #GatorGood
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UF Public Safety
7 years
Joint command press release regarding Richard Spencer event at the University of Florida.
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UF Public Safety
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Congrats and thanks to UFPD K9 Officer Rocky, who retired after serving & protecting @UF for 8.5 years. Unfortunately Rocky was on bed rest & could not attend the ceremony. We hope he feels better soon so he can enjoy his well deserved retirement.
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UF Public Safety
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For the last 8 years, our police K-9, Boomer, has worked to keep Ben Hill Griffin Stadium safe every football Saturday. Saturday, November 27 marked his last football game. Thank you Boomer! We hope you enjoy lots of treats and playtime in your well-deserved upcoming retirement!
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UF Public Safety
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We honor and remember all the victims lost during the 9/11 attacks including 71 police officers & 343 firefighters.
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UF Public Safety
7 years
Happy #NationalPuppyDay from the UFPD K9 Unit
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UF Public Safety
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Thank you VetMed for helping our officers rescue 10 abandoned puppies! The puppies were discovered early this morning and went to VetMed in hopes of finding a forever home. VetMed and UFPD continue to work tirelessly to keep you and your furry friends safe. We are here 24/7.
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UF Public Safety
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The @GainesvillePD horse patrol is on @UF campus looking out for any gators walking alone. They found one. #besafeuf http://t.co/qcLKFCznRo
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UF Public Safety
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While at @UF today, #UFPD Sgt. Ausgood congratulated @UFCoachBillyD on a great 1st season with @okcthunder
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UF Public Safety
7 years
Don't trust rumors spread on social media. Visit for facts and updates.
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UF Public Safety
6 years
Your brain got you into UF. If you ride a bike or scooter, keep it safe with one of our free helmets! Our Community Services Division is open every weekday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.! 🚲🛵
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UF Public Safety
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They're so much more than just pets, but we'll take advantage of any opportunity to send love to our K9s! #LoveYourPetDay 🐶
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UF Public Safety
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Please #DontCatchAndDrive when playing #PokemonGO ! Always be aware of your surroundings! #CatchEmAll SAFELY! @UF
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UF Public Safety
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@PeteFromDaHood It wasn't weed...it was oregano.
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UF Public Safety
5 years
LOST ENGAGEMENT RING On 10/5, a member of the UF community lost her engagement ring while tailgating between the Baughman Center and the Microbiology building. If you find the ring or have any information, please contact UFPD Community Services Division at 352-392-1409. Thank you
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@UFPublicSafety
UF Public Safety
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Students saying hi to the @GainesvillePD horses.They are paired and helping patrol @uf ! #gatorsdontwalkalone http://t.co/otERlZOfIR
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UF Public Safety
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Your brain is what got you to UF. Protect it with a helmet when riding a bike or scooter! Wearing one decreases your risk of injury.
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UF Public Safety
5 years
. @uf will be closed tomorrow, Tuesday 9/2/19. An announcement will be made later today about classes on Wednesday. Notification will be made via UF Alert and email, as well as, the page will be updated with this information.
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UF Public Safety
7 years
We're a little early, but we're so excited for the new incoming freshman class! #uf22 🔶🔷
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UF Public Safety
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Keep your brain safe when riding your scooter; it's what got you into UF! Come to UFPD to pick up a FREE scooter helmet if you need one!
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UF Public Safety
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@FLBOG @UF And when they get lost, we make sure they get home safely to their natural habitat.
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UF Public Safety
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Happy 10th birthday to UFPD K9 Gator! His wish is for @GatorsFB to beat Vandy, belly rubs & treats. 🎂🎉🐊 #VANDYvsUF
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@UFPublicSafety
UF Public Safety
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. @UF is closely monitoring the conditions of Tropical Storm Dorian. All updates regarding the storm can be accessed via the UF homepage at from the banner near the top of the page. Here is the first update:
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UF Public Safety
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The @uf eoc is keeping watch on approximately 7,573 people sheltered in @ufhousing and in our @UF shelters live via @Skype . #HurrcaneIrma
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UF Public Safety
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K9 Boomer is ready for @GatorsFB & working hard to keep everyone safe for #NMSUvsUF on Saturday! #GatorNation http://t.co/VBg3lXaCMp
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UF Public Safety
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UFPD is beginning to return campus to routine operations. We're asking everyone to assist us by leaving the area in a peaceful manner.
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We will post some pics from around campus so you don't need to go out: Large oak down in front of Physics
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UF Public Safety
7 years
Happy #NationalHighFiveDay ! Here's a virtual high-five from Boomer to all the students finishing out the semester! 🐶🙋‍♂️
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FLORIDA
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Meet the @UFPublicSafety K-9 Unit over on the @UFNews #NationalPetDay Instagram Story. 🐶🐶🐶 -->
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UF Public Safety
7 years
Museum Road closed at Lake Alice due to flooding...this is why you need to remain inside and avoid travel
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UF Public Safety
6 years
We just replenished our supply of FREE bike helmets! If you need a helmet, feel free to drop by the UFPD Community Services Division every weekday from 8-5.
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UF Public Safety
9 years
We have arrived safely to the @GeorgiaDome with the @UF band. Counting down till kickoff! #GoGators
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UF Public Safety
1 year
For the first time in years, all UFPD officers gather under one roof, to prepare for Hurricane #Idalia .
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UF Public Safety
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Congrats @CoachMcElwain , 2015 @SEC Coach of the year! We were glad to help keep the @GatorsFB team safe this season!
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UF Public Safety
7 years
We will continue to monitor the storm. Any decisions about @UF Closings or shelters will be posted to UF HomePage
@DrLindseyDarvin
Dr. Lindsey Darvin
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What are the plans with @UF for this storm? @UFPublicSafety
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UF Public Safety
7 years
RIP retired UFPD K9 Gator, who passed this morning. Gator served with UFPD from June 2007 until April 2016.
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UF Public Safety
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IT'S GATOR GAME DAY!!! Boomer got the @UFGatorBand pumped up and ready for their trip to the @FLvsGA Game #GoGators #GoodBoomer
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UF Public Safety
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Welcome to the 1st #GatorWalk of 2016! #GoGators #UMASSvsUF
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UF Public Safety
6 years
Officer Rogers spends some of her time in between taking calls and patrolling the @UF campus to spend time with students @UF_HSA Gator Salsa class. A great way to interact with these great students and let them know about UFPD. @DancingABC I smell a spin-off #DancingWithTheBlue
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UF Public Safety
6 years
Rise and shine....it's @GatorsFB Game Day. For Game Day info visit or download GATORSAFE app
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UF Public Safety
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Although 30 years has passed, we will never forget the 4 UF students and 1 Santa Fe student that were taken from their families and our community all too soon. Please join us and our @SFCollegePD colleagues in remembrance
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UF Public Safety
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UF Alert Due to Hurricane Dorian, UF campus in Gainesville will be closed and classes are canceled for Tuesday, Sept. 3.More info at
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UF Public Safety
7 years
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the victims and their families, and all those affected by this terrible tragedy.
@browardschools
Broward Schools
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@browardschools is continuing to work closely with law enforcement regarding Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School. Once again, we are receiving word of multiple injuries. Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims, as well as the entire Marjory Stoneman Douglas community.
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UF Public Safety
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The UFPD sends our thoughts, love & prayers to #France & all impacted by another senseless act of terror. #PrayForNice #NiceAttack
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UF Public Safety
9 years
Preparing for the @SEC halftime show at the @GeorgiaDome - #GoGators @UF @GatorsFB
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@UFPublicSafety
UF Public Safety
7 years
**Game Day Traffic Alert**Reminder US 441 @ Paynes Prairie is one lane Northbound and Southbound for indefinite period//allow extra time
@GainesvilleSun
GainesvilleSun
7 years
Lane closures continue on U.S. 441 at Paynes Prairie
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UF Public Safety
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After 30 years of service in law enforcement, we celebrated Captain Jeff Holcomb's retirement yesterday. We wish him the best in all of his future endeavors! 🎉🎂👮‍♂️
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UF Public Safety
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Great statement and very sound advise...stay safe
@UF_BSU
Black Student Union
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BSU felt it necessary to release a statement in regards to the arrival of aggressive, white nationalists in our town. Stay safe!
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UF Public Safety
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Nadia flagged down Officer Rogers to tell her how much she 💙's the police & wants to be an officer one day. Officer Rogers gave Nadia & her brother Javeyon a lesson on how to work the lights and siren. We look forward to having them on the UFPD and @uf team one day. #GoGators
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UF Public Safety
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The 2015 UFPD K9 Valentine is GATOR! He won a gift card to @PetSmart & will be able to pick out his own prize! @UF http://t.co/xzEuvH5I5n
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UF Public Safety
6 years
Any excuse to post more pictures of our wonderful K-9s! Happy #NationalDogDay from our K-9 unit! 👮‍♂️🐶
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UF Public Safety
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Santa Boomer spent the day @UF spreading joy and happiness when he wasn't sniffing out bad guys. Including a trip to @UFHealth Shands Peds ER.
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UF Public Safety
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Thank you and great job to Shelbie Cooper, who helped design the SRO vehicle for PK Yonge. Go Blue Wave and Go Gators! 🔸🔹🌊🔸🔹
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UF Public Safety
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Game time!! Be safe, responsible and #GoGators 🐊🔷🐊 🔷 A big thanks to our officers from campus and the city for creating a safe environment for Game Day!
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UF Public Safety
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SNAP employees don't get enough credit for their dedication to the safety of @UF . They gave 775 safety escorts last night @UF_SG @UFDeanJen
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UF Public Safety
7 years
Map of campus road closures beginning at 8 a.m. on Thursday can be found here: Avoid these areas/find alt routes
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UF Public Safety
6 years
Tornado Watch until 2AM includes Gainesville/Alachua County.
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@UFPublicSafety
UF Public Safety
9 years
39 years ago today...it was snowing at UF. No chance tonight but lows in the 20's. Protect your pets and plants.
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UF Public Safety
9 years
Our thoughts & prayers are with everyone who is involved with the tragedy at Umpqua Community College in Oregon.
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@UFPublicSafety
UF Public Safety
7 years
Thanks Officer Zarate and Officer Alexander for spreading some Holiday cheer during finals @UF
@UFMarston
Marston Science Library UF
7 years
UPD officers stopped in last night to hand out candy canes and spread holiday cheer. Thanks, @UFPublicSafety !
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UF Public Safety
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#UFPD K9 Boomer was out welcoming all the new #UF20 students & families for #UFPreview today! #ThankfulThursday
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@UFPublicSafety
UF Public Safety
9 years
Congratulations to all of the 2015 @UF Graduates! #GoGators #UFgrad #GatorNation
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UF Public Safety
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Welcome back #Gators ! As you navigate slowly across campus today, please #StaySafeUF & look out for each other.
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UF Public Safety
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It's game day! Follow @GACSmarttraffic @GatorsFB and @UFWeather for #FAUvsUF safety info and updates. #Gators
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UF Public Safety
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2019 @UF @GatorsSB Seniors Alex Voss, Kelly Barnhill, Amanda Lorenz, Theresa SwertFager, and Lily Mann w/UFPD Officer Ullery. Congrats to all the graduating @FloridaGators student-athletes who have inspired us with their passion and drive on and off the field. #SeniorDay #UF19
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UF Public Safety
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Thank you to @Hal_Grieb for all of his hard work he's done for @UFPublicSafety and the @UF community over the last seven years. We wish him the best in his new role as the Director of @AlachuaCoEM .
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UF Public Safety
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Batdog is out making friends with all sorts of kids trick or treating at Ghouls, Goblins & Greeks
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UF Public Safety
10 years
*NOTICE (1 of 2)* Volunteers will be helping walk students around campus. They will be wearing yellow traffic vests with UPD ID badges.
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UF Public Safety
7 years
Congratulations and thank you to "soon to retire" Deputy Chief Dunn who was honored at today's @GatorsFB game for his 35 years of service to @UF
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UF Public Safety
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'13-'16 on campus: 56% Crashes involving Motorcycles/Scooters involved injuries; 76% of those crashes with injuries were scooters; WEAR YOUR HELMET
@spillanejf
Joseph Spillane
7 years
Hey @UF folks, please read this. Take it from me, just wear the helmet via @TheAlligator
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UF Public Safety
7 years
Don't just pass with flying colors, ride with them too! 🌈 We've restocked our bicycle helmets, which we give out for FREE in the UFPD Community Services Division, and have a multitude of options! Also feel free to take some bike lights and a light-up arm band!
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UF Public Safety
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*NOTICE (2 of 2)* The volunteers will be located at: Marston, Lib West, Hub, and Reitz. If you see them, ask them to walk with you! @UF
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UF Public Safety
10 years
Chief Stump updated @TimTebow on @UF safety enhancements and made sure he knew not to walk alone! #besafeuf #UFvsUK http://t.co/0X5hTEEpBu
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@UFPublicSafety
UF Public Safety
5 years
Officer Beguiristain made sure this PhD Grad, and his former teacher @uf , made it to her ceremony on time on Friday. Congratulations to all the Gators who graduated this weekend!!! #GoGators #UFGrad #GatorPhd
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UF Public Safety
7 years
Parking restrictions lifted for campus except 24/7 reserved spaces. If moving cars to garages 4 or 5, avoid ground flr in case of flooding
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UF Public Safety
2 years
UF officials are actively monitoring Tropical Storm Ian. Please prepare for the storm and check for the latest.
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@UFPublicSafety
UF Public Safety
8 years
Help us show some #love to #UFPD K9 Amber & maybe she'll give you some wet #kisses in return! #NationalDogDay #UF
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UF Public Safety
5 years
A big thank you to Officer Sam Sexton for bringing UFPD’s newest paw-officer, Ruff, out to meet and greet the UF Community.
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UF Public Safety
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PLEASE HELP fellow @UF student Ty Redler find his service dog "Rusty"! @UFVetMed
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UF Public Safety
7 years
We have plenty of free bike helmets over in our Community Services Division. Come on by anytime between 8-5 during the week to get one!
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UF Public Safety
8 years
[PUBLIC INFORMATION BULLETIN 16-022-P] - Suspicious Activity - Fake Uber Driver
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UF Public Safety
4 years
A big thank you to our local WaWa on Archer Road for donating lunch for our department. We appreciate the support from our community. #GoGators
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@UFPublicSafety
UF Public Safety
10 years
SNAP will be increasing capacity temporarily as an additional van will be put in service beginning tonight. #UF18 @UF @ufhousing
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