verification of valuables. Keep it with your other important records in a place separate from your physical valuables. If your property is missing or stolen, your written inventory provides detailed descriptions that can be used if your items are recovered by the police. Marking valuables can discourage theft before it happens.

  • Put your name and address on textbooks inside the cover and on an inside page or two.
  • Engrave your personal information and personal code on items that might interest a thief – television sets, stereo equipment, radios, cameras, computers, appliances, sports equipment, bicycles, CD/DVD players (anything portable and valuable).
  • Don't trust everyone, and be (reasonably) suspicious - You can't know everything about everyone. Many of the people you meet building will be acquaintances. Until you know them well enough to be good friends, don't take chances. Don't lend your keys, student ID, driver's license, or meal ticket to anyone. Don't open a building door for a stranger who doesn't have a key. Don't prop open a door either—and if you see one that is propped open, close it.
  • Report suspicious behavior immediately to the campus police. Use the contact information in the right column or contact us via our anonymous tip line.

The Kentucky State University Police Department ensures the safety and security of all campus visitors. The police officers of the Kentucky State University Police Department are fully trained and sworn peace officers and are required to be certified through the Kentucky Department of Criminal Justice Training in accordance with KRS 15.380(1)(d). The University Police are a full service agency and operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and 365 days a year. The primary objective of the Department is to provide a safe and healthy environment that enhances the campus learning experience and complements the University's educational mission.

If you have an emergency, please call the Kentucky State University Campus Police Department by dialing (502) 597-6878. If you dial 911 you will be connected with the Frankfort Police Department or the Kentucky State Police. To contact the Kentucky State University Police Administrative Offices or to report a non-emergency please call (502) 597-6878.