Safety

Spartans for Safety

Committed to Community

San José State is dedicated to fostering a safe campus environment through education, collaboration and community empowerment.

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University Police Department (UPD)

SJSU’s police department works 24-7 to provide a safe and secure learning environment through professional, progressive police, emergency, transportation and educational services.

Report an Emergency

To report an emergency, call the University Police Department at 408-924-2222 or dial 911.

Call UPD: 408-924–2222

Emergency Alerts

Alert SJSU will send campus emergency information via text, audio and email messages. Make sure your personal information is up to date and sign up your family and friends to receive alerts as well.

Update SJSU Alert Information

Report a Facility Issue

For facility issues, please submit a service ticket or call 408-924-1990 for all emergency requests.

Request Facility Service

How can we help?

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Title IX and Gender Equity Office

If you or someone you know has experienced sex discrimination or sexual misconduct, we encourage you to file a report or contact the Title IX and Gender Equity Office for resources and assistance.

Report a Title IX Incident

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SJSU Cares

SJSU Cares assists students who are facing an unforeseen economic crisis by providing direct support and referrals around basic needs including food, housing, emergency assistance and more.

Request Assistance

Spartan Safety escort is available up to two blocks from campus.

Safety Escort Program

In the event that you feel unsafe navigating campus, UPD will provide a safety escort. The service is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Request a Safety Escort

Mental Health Services

As a student, if you are struggling with stress, depression, anxiety or relationship problems, Counseling and Psychological Services is here to provide the support you need to succeed at SJSU.

Report Concerning Behavior

Discrimination and Harassment

Anyone who believes they have been discriminated against due to a protected status, such as age, disability, race or ethnicity, nationality, religion, genetic information, veteran or military status, by a California State University student or employee should report here.

Report a Discrimination Incident

Accessibility Reporting

SJSU is committed to accessibility and inclusion for all students, faculty, staff, and community members. Please use this form to report any accessibility barriers related to campus facilities, buildings, and grounds.

Report an Accessibility Concern

Student Conduct Code Violations

Use the online incident reporting form to report all potential violations of the Student Conduct Code at SJSU.

Report Code Violation

Spartans in Distress

The Behavioral Intervention Team (BIT) provides guidance, care and assistance to students and employees who are: experiencing crisis, displaying odd or unusual behavior and/or engaging in other behaviors that may be perceived as being harmful (either to the student or employee individually, or to others).

Report Concerning Behavior

Hazing Prevention and Response

Students have the right to be able to participate in activities and organizations without compromising their safety, health and personal well-being. Hazing in every form, or conspiracy to haze is prohibited at SJSU.

Report a Hazing Incident