University Police Department

The police and staff in the campus police department serve proudly, working to promote a safe, friendly community on the South Dakota State University campus.

FAQs

1.   Who can I call for more information regarding security and safety on campus?

If it's an emergency, call 111 from any campus phone!

If it's not an emergency but you need more information, below are important phone numbers relating to safety issues:

• University Police Department: 688-5117 (24 hours a day)
  
• Safety Escort: 688-5117 (24 hours a day)

Department personnel in uniform and with University identification will accompany students, faculty, staff, and visitors to and from on-campus residences, offices and vehicles.

• Affirmative Action/Advocacy Office: 688-6361 (Monday – Friday, 8 am - 5 pm)
  
• Student Affairs Office: 688-4493 (Monday – Friday, 8 am - 5 pm)
  
• SDSU Counseling Center: 688-6146 (Monday – Friday, 8 am - 12 pm, 1 pm - 5 pm) or 688-5117 (Evenings & Weekends)
  
• ALL CONTACTS CONFIDENTIAL. The Counseling Center is available to assist with medical emergencies, domestic situations, alcohol and drug problems, and sexual assault incidents.
  
• Sexual Assault Policy: South Dakota State University has a sexual assault policy. For further information contact Le Ann Obrecht at Student Health Services.
  
• Student Health: 688-5588 (Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm)

Community Resources

• Brookings Police Department: 692-2113
  
• Brookings County Sheriff's Office: 696-8300
  
• Brookings County State's Attorney: 692-6915
  
• Brookings Domestic Abuse Shelter: 692-7233
  
• Sioux Valley Poison Control: 1-800-POISON-1 (1-800-764-7661)
  
• Dakota Service (towing, lockouts, etc.): 692-7545 or Bozied Service (towing, emergency road service): 692-2121

For safety tips and resources, click on /Administration/UniversityPoliceDepartment/TipsResources/

2.  Where is SDSU's University Police Department located?

The University Police Department is located in the Sorenson Center at the corner of Harvey Dunn and Medary Avenue.
 
3.  What are the office hours for the University Police Department?

The University Police Department is open 24 hours a day, every day.

4.  What responsibilities does the University Police Department have? 

The University Police Department is responsible for and has agency jurisdiction for law enforcement matters occurring on property that is under control of the South Dakota Board of Regents and on the main campus of SDSU with primary jurisdictional responsibility for property within the main campus core boundaries. Mutual aid agreements with the City and County of Brookings allow SDSU Police officers to give appropriate attention to traffic control and enforcement on the streets that run through or are adjacent with SDSU properties. 

5.  What should I know about parking on campus?

Parking on the SDSU campus is a privilege, not a right. Our primary interest is to foster convenience and safety for all people working and visiting the campus and to facilitate the efficient operation of the University. Please acquaint yourself with the current regulations governing campus parking.  It's the best way to avoid a ticket or loss of privileges.

Remember, there are no free parking areas on campus! All parking lots are constructed, maintained, operated, and administered through parking fees, which are paid by all patrons. Parking Regulations for South Dakota State University are published on an annual basis. The parking and traffic committee are the approving authority for these regulations.

For information on buying a parking permit, click on
/Administration/UniversityPoliceDepartment/TrafficParkingRegulations/ParkingDecalInformation/

6.  How can I avoid getting a parking ticket? And how do I make sure my car doesn't get towed?

If you have further questions, please contact:
Tim Heaton
Chief of Police
Sorenson Center (corner of Harvey Dunn & Medary Avenue)

South Dakota State University

Brookings, SD  57007

Phone: (605) 688-5117
Toll-free: 1-800-952-3541