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A Message from Public Safety 1/17/23

As you know, we received another threat yesterday. As has been the case with many of the threats, Tufts was not singled out but rather included in a list of local organizations.
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Reaccreditation at TUPD

The Department of Public Safety (DPS) is pleased to announce that the department has invited the Massachusetts Police Accreditation Commission (MPAC) to commence a re-accreditation assessment of the Tufts University Police Department.
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A Message from the Dept. of Public Safety 1/12/23

The series of threats that the university received last month has now ceased, and the Tufts University Police Department, and our municipal and state partners, remain prepared to handle any future threats that might arise.
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Phone Scam Alert 12/5/22

Tufts University has received increased reports of scam calls targeting students. These calls come from scammers posing as law enforcement and government entities who threaten legal action if they are not given photos or money.
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TUPD raises $1,250 for No Shave November

On Wednesday, Nov. 30, members of TUPD visited Fenway Park in Boston to conclude this year’s fundraising period for Home Base’s No Shave November campaign. TUPD was able to raise $1,250 to be put toward mental health resources for veterans.
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2022 Toys for Tots

Toys for Tots returns to Tufts campuses this year, helping to spread cheer to children in need this holiday season.
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TUPD at the Special Olympics

On Sunday, November 12, Tufts University Police Department members attended the annual Special Olympics Flag Football Competition held at Gillette Stadium in Foxboro.
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No Shave November Returns

Tufts University Police Department will be participating in No Shave November once again this year, raising money for mental health resources for veterans.