Department of Public Safety
The Catholic University of America

We are a campus police department oriented towards service, protection and education of the CUA community.  We believe that a well informed community is an effective force in the control and prevention of crime.  Please take a moment to review the safety information located on our web page  and the university's Safety First web site.

Students and employees are asked to immediately report any crimes, suspicious activity,   suspicious persons by contacting the DPS dispatcher in Leahy Hall, 202 319-5111 or if off campus dial 911.  You may also use any of the emergency telephones located throughout campus. 

EMERGENCY NUMBER: 319-5111

TTY/TDD 319-5736

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