Emergency & Safety

Overview

University Police Department

24/7 emergency assistance on campus is provided by the University Police Department by calling 911. For non-emergency situations and other information, visit the sites below.

• Tampa Campus 
• Sarasota-Manatee Campus 
• St. Petersburg Campus 

Crisis Intervention

There are university and community resources available to assist students in times of crisis or personal trial.

• Psychological Emergencies 
• Crisis Center of Tampa Bay - Call 211 
• Suicide & Crisis Lifeline - Call 988 

Emergency Preparedness & Response

Visit this site to learn more about university emergency preparedness and response. In the event of a university emergency, visit USF's main website or call the Information hotline (recorded message) at (800) 992-4231.

• Website 
• Hurricanes 

Off-Campus Housing Resources

Learn about how to select roommates, question landlords about services and safety, and how to reach support services if concerns arise with roommates or housing.

• Website 

Students of Concern

Student Outreach & Support coordinates with the Students of Concern Assistance Team (SOCAT) as a ready resource for students, faculty, and staff if concerns are raised about a student's behavior.

• Tampa campus 
• Sarasota-Manatee campus 
• St. Petersburg campus 
• Referral Form (can report anonymously) 

USF Safe App

The USF Safe App is available as a free download through the Apple or Google Play stores to help improve your personal safety and security. USFSafe can trigger emergency phone calls and Mobile BlueLight to alert University Police, offers an interactive map to help you navigate, plus a toolkit with a flashlight, alarm and more.

• Website 

Victim Advocacy

Our dedicated team of advocates will assist any victim with on-campus and community support services and resources.

• Tampa campus 
• Sarasota-Manatee campus 
• St. Petersburg campus