Mission Statement

Preserve a safe, secure campus environment where diverse social, cultural, and academic values are allowed to develop and prosper through a combination of reactive, proactive, and educational law enforcement services. The mission of the University of Florida Police Department (UFPD) is to provide protection and service to the University community. Committed to the prevention of crime and the protection of life and property, UFPD strives to preserve peace, uphold public order and safety, enforce laws and ordinances, and safeguard constitutional guarantees. Guided by a foundation of community service, the department is dedicated to enhancing quality of life through proactive problem-solving, community engagement, and programs that reflect the needs and expectations of those we serve. UFPD fosters public trust by holding itself to the highest standards of performance, professionalism, and ethics.