About Us | School of Medicine Police and Security | SIU

OUR MISSION STATEMENT

The Southern Illinois University School of Medicine Office of Police and Security provides effective public safety services to an institution of higher learning, associated medical facilities, and research labs. The department ensures a safe and secure environment for students, staff, and visitors. Department staff preserve peace, enforce the law, provide resources, and uphold the United States Constitution and the Constitution of Illinois.

The Office of Police and Security provides people-first community-focused service. The agency maintains a trained staff to objectively respond to the public safety needs of the community. Personnel are responsive and accessible problem solvers. Staff ensure respectful, thoughtful solutions are implemented. Personnel utilize transparent communications and collaborative efforts to operate in a courteous and unbiased manner.  

VALUES

Professionalism: Agency personnel are dedicated to upholding the law while providing for constitutional protections.

Integrity: Personnel operate within the value system set forth by the agency in an unwavering manner and are dedicated to achieving the organizational mission.

Respect: Staff provide an unbiased objective response and treat others in a consistent humane manner.

Teamwork: Agency response combines the strengths of all team members, maintaining a collaborative environment that considers a variety of perspectives.

VISION STATEMENT

The Southern Illinois University School of Medicine Office of Police and Security provides preeminent public safety services to protect the university’s learning and outreach mission. With a well-trained staff equipped with modern technology, personnel utilize efficient and effective processes to provide comprehensive law enforcement. The agency provides protective services with support from the university and constituents.