SLU DPS

Do you know the difference between a Tornado Watch and Tornado Warning?

A TORNADO WATCH mean be prepared. A Tornado Watch is issued when a tornado is possible. Know your safe place, such as a basement, or interior hall away from windows on the lowest level of a sturdy building and be prepared to act if a Warning is issued.

A TORNADO WARNING means take action! A Tornado Warning is issued when a tornado is happening or about to happen. Immediately seek shelter in your safe place!

SLU's Emergency Alert system is directly linked to the National Weather Service, and a Tornado warning will automatically go out if we are in the impacted area.

Our staff come from a variety of backgrounds, today we take the time to celebrate the US Military veterans in our department!

Pictured:
Chief Melinda Heikkinen- United States Marine Corps(6 years), Army National Guard(16 years)

Officer Patrick Johnson- United States Army (10 years) and Checkers(Military Working Dog)

Officer Kevin McCandless- United States Air Force (6 years)

Officer Tray Larkin- United States Army (9years), currently US Air Force (3 years)

Officer Dustin Blair- United States Army (3 years)

Officer Vincent Alexander- United States Army (8years)

Officer Brian Wilson- United States Navy

Not photographed:
Lieutenant Vince Ray-United States Army(4 years)
Officer Brian Marble- United States Marine Corps(4years

It is with deep sadness and heavy hearts that we inform you of the death of our former colleague and friend, Mike Otten. Mike served as a DPS Interim Captain and Chaifetz Security Manager. His passion and advocacy for mental health awareness and su***de prevention help to bring Mental Health First Aid to SLU. He could always be found cheering on our student athletes and supporting officers. You will be missed.

Whether Uber/Lyft, a friend, public transit, or walking, make good decisions and don't drive intoxicated or impaired.

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Whether it's Uber/Lyft, a friend, public transit, or walking, be sure to make smart decisions and don't drive impaired or intoxicated. #SLUDPS #PublicSafety #saintlouisUniversity