About UPD

Our Mission- In order to provide a safe environment in which our students, faculty and staff may live, work and learn, it is the mission of the North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University Police Department: “We as a Team” will provide safety and security for our students, faculty and staff.  

Our Vision- Our vision is to deliver unparalleled customer service, leaving our students, faculty, staff and community partners with a great customer experience. We will do so through our willingness to serve; our dedication to you, while exemplifying our integrity and not compromising our selflessness as we continue to be a preeminent law enforcement agency. 

Our Core Values- Integrity: steadfastly adhering to high moral principles or professional standards.  Dedication: the quality of being devoted or committed to a cause. Selflessness: putting other people’s needs, interests, or wishes before your own Willingness: cooperative and enthusiastic, ready to perform a duty without being forced. 

The Department has been accredited by CALEA (The Commission on Accreditation of Law Enforcement Agencies) since 2006. Recently, the department completed its fifth on-site assessment for re-accreditation. The most recent award was received in July 2022. 

The University Police Department offers a variety of resources for crime deterrence and response. Our department divisions are broken into three (3) areas, which are: The Office of the Chief, Patrol Operations and Support Services.