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Trainings and Programs

University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) Police and Public Safety holds year-round programs and events with our UMB community.

UMB Trainings

Self-Defense Training: Now available to all UMB employees and students

Our free 10- to 12-hour self-defense program features both lecture and hands-on activity. Classes are held twice a week for 2 hours. Those who register should plan to attend all sessions. Wear comfortable clothing and bring water.

Questions? Contact one of our R.A.D. Instructors: 

Sgt. T. Baker: 410-706-5356, tbaker@police.umaryland.edu
Cpl. S. Brown: 410-706-5547, smbrown@police.umaryland.edu
Sgt. R. Nicholson: 410-706-2586, rtnicholson@police.umaryland.edu

Active Assailant Training

NEW! UMB Police and Public Safety now offers a one-hour active assailant training. This quick program provides a high-level overview of how to stay safe in the unlikely event of an active assailant attack. 

Looking for more in-depth training? Civilian Response to Active Shooter Events (CRASE) teaches survival techniques for an active shooter scenario, including what to expect when the police arrive.

Active assailant training can be arranged by contacting Sgt. Thaddeus Baker: tbaker@police.umaryland.edu

UMB Events

Community Engagement Academy

Join University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) Police and Public Safety for a three-part series designed to give a behind-the-scenes view of law enforcement. Students, employees, and neighbors are invites to attend. Attendees will learn about the history of the UMB police department, provide feedback, ask questions, and make split-second decisions using a police simulator. 

All sessions are in the SMC Campus Center from 12-1:30 p.m. on October 31, November 1, and November 2. Please plan to attend all three sessions: Lunch is provided.

Space is limited. Sign up now! Email matthew.johnson@police.umaryland.edu by Monday, Oct. 16.

National Events

  • A UMB police officer has his face painted by adolescents.

    National Night Out

    On the first Tuesday in August each year, UMB Police and Public Safety welcomes UMB students, employees, and neighbors to our National Night Out event. This national community-building campaign promotes police-community partnerships that make our neighborhoods safer.

  • Chief Leone, Lt. Johnson, and PIO Morrell having water dumped on them

    Polar Bear Plunge

    Each January, UMB Police and Public Safety employees join law enforcement partners across Maryland for the Maryland State Police Polar Bear Plunge, jump into the frigid Chesapeake Bay to support Special Olympics Maryland. In 2021, a “virtual plunge” was held to stay safe during COVID-19.

  • UMBPD Officers in Santa hats in front of a patrol vehicle

    Kindertime Toy Drive

    UMB Police and Public Safety joins law enforcement agencies across Maryland to distribute toys to children in need during the holiday season.

  • Special Olympics

    UMB Police and Public Safety officers volunteer as medal presenters to the competitors at Special Olympics Maryland at Towson University.

  • DEA National Rx Take Back Day

    UMB Police and Public Safety partners with the University of Maryland School of Pharmacy to collect expired and unused prescription and over-the-counter drugs. This program, through the Drug Enforcement Administration, helps prevent drug misuse and keep drugs out of the wrong hands. Find disposal locations. 

  • National Police Week

    UMB Police and Public Safety officers honor our fallen brothers and sisters during National Police Week. Events are held in Baltimore and Washington, D.C.

Contact

UMB Police and Public Safety

214 N. Pine St.
Baltimore, MD 21201

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Emergencies: 911

Non-Emergencies: 410-706-6882

Safe Walk/Safe Ride: 410-706-6882

TTD/TTY: 410-706-3416

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