Department of Campus Police

The WLU Department of Campus Police is dedicated to provide excellence in service to the campus community. We shall strive to insure a safe, secure and pleasant atmosphere, conducive to a positive social and educational process, in the law enforcement efforts to protect the campus community.

Campus law enforcement is primarily the responsibility of the Department of Campus Police, which provides 24-hour-a-day patrol to the grounds, parking lots, residence halls, academic buildings and the faculty housing area. The Campus Police Office is located on the lower level in Shaw Hall. Officers may be reached by calling 304.336.8021. 911l should be called in the event of an emergency.

The Campus Police Department employs campus police officers commissioned by the State of West Virginia, with full law enforcement authority and responsibilities identical to the local police or Sheriff’s Department. The Campus Police officers work closely with the West Virginia State Police, Sheriff’s Department, and other law enforcement agencies.

West Liberty University has met or exceeds the training standards of the West Virginia Criminal Justice and Highway Safety Law Enforcement Training Committee. They also receive on-going in-service and specialized training in non-violent crisis intervention, legal updates, domestic violence, firearms, and other skills.

Campus Police officers enforce state, local and university rules and regulations governing underage drinking, the use of controlled substances, weapons, and all other incidents requiring police assistance. They are also responsible for public safety services, such as crime reports, medical emergencies, fire emergencies, and traffic accidents. Monthly reports are reported to the West Virginia State Police, who are consistent with the Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) systems. The campus police also issue citations for fines.

The Campus Police Department is a designated “Safe Place” for children.