Police and Safety

University Police at Penn State is responsible for the protection of and service to its students, faculty, and staff. In addition, University Police is charged with the protection of property and maintenance of order as well as the enforcement of both the laws of the Commonwealth and University regulations. University Police has full law enforcement authority.

University Police employs eight full-time, sworn police service officers. University Police provide protection 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Phone
Emergencies: 9-1-1
University Police Phone: 814-949-5222

Building Location
Poplar Building
236 E. Wopsononock Ave.
Altoona, PA 16601

Mailing Address
Poplar Building
3000 Ivyside Park
Altoona, PA 16601

For more information, contact:
Jason Salm
Lieutenant, Station Commander
University Police, Penn State Altoona
jjs48@psu.edu