Message from the Interim Chief

Welcome, and thank you for visiting the University of Montevallo Department of Public Safety web page.

Providing a safe and secure campus is the highest priority of the men and women who serve as members of the Public Safety Department. Staffed by Police, Fire Safety/Security Officers, Communication Operators, Locksmith and other support personnel, the Department of Public Safety provides a variety of services, and employs measures intended to enhance the safety of the University community. Members of the Department are committed to working together with faculty, students and staff to maintain the quality of life and high degree of security and safety enjoyed at the University of Montevallo.

Through the links connected to this page, you will be able to learn valuable information about public safety, emergency management and the related programs provided to the campus, as well as regulations regarding traffic and parking. Please explore the sites and familiarize yourself with the information. UMPD strives to promote and maintain a campus conducive to academic achievement. A truly safe campus can only be achieved through the cooperation of the entire campus community. With your help and participation and our commitment, I am confident that the time you spend with us will be safe and productive.

The University's most recent Annual Security Report is also linked to this page. It is intended to comply with the Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act

Any questions about safety on the campus can be directed to the Department of Public Safety Chief of Police at (205)665-8000. To report an incident, please call (205)665-6155. If you are experiencing an emergency, dial 6155 from any campus phone or use the Emergency telephones located at entrances to resident halls.

Sincerely,

Shelley Tyree
Interim Chief of Police
tyreelm@montevallo.edu