Emergency alerts
Add your cell phone number to get a text message during an emergency or if UW closes due to weather conditions.
Safety planning and violence prevention
Contact SafeCampus — no matter where you work or study — to discuss safety and well-being concerns for yourself or others.
Safety escort services
Studying late? Use Husky SafeTrip or NightRide for a safe trip to places on or near the UW Seattle campus.
UW Police
UWPD collaborates with our community to create a safe and secure UW campus in Seattle through education, problem solving and enforcement.
Student mental health care
Find out how to get mental health support for yourself or a student you care about. Crisis services available 24/7.
UW Employees: Learn about the Washington Employee Assistance Program.
Crime prevention
Tips for personal safety, theft prevention, residence hall safety and more.
Sexual assault resources
An array of resources that reflect the University’s commitment to preventing and responding to sexual misconduct, including sexual assault, relationship violence, domestic violence, stalking and sexual harassment.
SafeZone app
With this free app, connect with UWPD immediately when you’re on the Seattle campus and relevant local emergency services when you aren’t. Use the app to call for help, report a medical issue or share your location with UWPD on your walk home.
Husky Assist
The Husky Assist mobile response team provides on-site behavioral health support for students, faculty and staff in crisis on the UW campus in Seattle.
Update your emergency contact
Does the UW have the right information for your emergency contact? Check and update if needed (students, click on the button and scroll down to Emergency Contact). Employees, update your emergency contact in Workday.
UW Emergency Management
Learn what you should do to keep yourself and others safe in emergency situations.
Off-campus resources
Off-campus safety resources, including law enforcement, shelters and hotlines.