Mission Statement
The mission of the Oakland University Police Department is to serve the university community, protect life and property, and to enforce the law. We are committed to the concept of community policing and work diligently to develop and maintain partnerships for improving the quality of life for our campus community.
We take the issue of campus safety seriously and we will continue to work in developing new programs to make our campus as safe as possible. The members of the Oakland University Police Department are committed to reducing crime through effective implementation of crime prevention and intelligence driven policing strategies.
Furthermore, we will tenaciously investigate crimes when they occur to ensure the expeditious arrest and effective prosecution of criminal offenders. We will deliver the highest quality of police service possible, working in partnership with the campus community, and within the framework of the United States and the State of Michigan Constitution. We will always conduct ourselves as consummate professionals, both on and off duty.
Vision Statement
The Oakland University Police Department is committed to maintaining the highest standards of professional ethics, performance, and excellence. We are dedicated to the principles of community partnerships and will always strive to support a diverse and inclusive campus that is a safe place to live, work, learn, and visit.