Law Student's Guide to the Law Library

Safety and Security Resources

Please be aware of your surroundings and make smart decisions. Be alert! Don't walk alone at night. If you see something or someone suspicious, tell a staff member immediately, call 4-COPS (University Police) or call 9-1-1 in an emergency. 

The University of Minnesota Police Department are a strong resource and they encourage you to make use of the safety and security programs offered through the University. 

• Department of Public Safety
• Department of Emergency Management
• Sign up for SAFE-U - U of MN emergency notification text messaging system
• Additional Emergency Preparedness Resources
• Code Blue Phones - For immediate connection to the 911 operator at the University Police station.
• 301-SAFE (612-301-7233) - A telephone service providing messages about weather, safety, and health emergencies on the Twin Cities campus.
• 624-WALK (612-624-9255) - A free walking or biking security escort service to and from campus locations and adjacent neighborhoods, available to all students, faculty, staff, and visitors.
• 4-COPS (612-624-2677) - University of Minnesota Police Department
• 4-2900 (612-624-2900) - Facilities Maintenance

After Hours Emergencies

Please contact the following departments for After Hours Emergencies within the Library or the Law School. 

Access Issues:

Facilities Maintenance (612-624-2900)

Elevator Malfunction:

Facilities Maintenance (612-624-2900)

Department of Public Safety (612-624-2677)

Restroom Issues: 

Facilities Maintenance (612-624-2900)

Theft: 

Department of Public Safety (612-624-2677)