Campus Public Safety
The Department of Campus Public Safety (CPS) at Bay Path University works to provide a safe and secure environment in which to live and work for the entire Bay Path community. CPS officers also enforce the University's rules, regulations, and policies as well as town, state and federal laws.
In addition to the above duties, CPS offers escort services as needed, enforces parking regulations, assists in special events, and provides crime prevention and campus safety workshops throughout the year.
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2025 Safest College Campuses ranking is based on key statistics and student reviews using data from the U.S. Department of Education.
Philosophy
Public Safety Department personnel are committed to a philosophy of community service.
Recognizing that the mission is best attained through community involvement, officers are collectively committed to nurturing collaborative partnerships with individuals, groups and departments in the responsibility of:
Identification and resolution of safety and security concerns. Development of safety and security resources, and service initiatives.Delivery of efficient, effective and relevant public safety and security services and training.
Mission
The mission of the Department of Public Safety is to provide the University community with a safe, secure environment in which to learn, live, work and grow.
We will accomplish our mission by partnering and collaborating with the community, by providing service in a professional, courteous manner, and by affording dignity ad respect to all individuals.
Vision Statement
Our vision is to enhance and preserve the quality of the learning opportunities and life experiences of each member of our community by actively working in collaboration with all facets of the community to provide a safe and secure campus environment. We recognize that effective public safety and the prevention of crime are best achieved by establishing a professional and trusting relationship with our community.
Emergency Notification System
The Omnilert service is the most effective way of communicating emergency information to the entire campus population. With Omnilert, students as well as faculty and staff are notified of weather closings, emergencies and safety alerts through text messages on their cellular phones. Omnilert is convenient, easy to use, fast, accurate, effective and best of all free! Campus Public Safety strongly encourages all students, faculty and staff to sign up for the Omnilert service as it is the easiest and most effective way of communicating with the campus community.
Current students, staff and faculty, visit the Omnilert Portal to sign-up or manage your Omnilert account.
Student and Staff Identification Cards
Your Bay Path ID is electronically coded to provide you with exclusive access to a variety of services, including residence hall entry and meals at the Blake Dining Common, and it is your primary means of student identification. Your ID has additional features, such as the flex account option that will make your life on-campus easier and more manageable. You or your parents/guardians can deposit money in the flex account allowing you to take advantages of your credit card-style Bay Path ID for purchases in the Fleming Book and Gift Center, Carpe Diem Café, and more. Your Bay Path ID also allows after-hours access to various buildings on campus.
How do I obtain my Bay Path ID?
Go to the Department of Campus Public Safety located at 577 Longmeadow Street, across from the main campus.
Emergency Numbers
Police/Fire/Emergency - 911
