Safety Training Resources & Classes

UPD offers a variety of civilian training programs for the university community, ranging from personal safety to identity theft protection. 

Walk the beat and ride along with UPD. TXST students can register for the Student Police Academy. Gain experience and expertise, followed by a four or six-hour ride-along. Please review our ride-along rules before participating.

To explore other safety classes or resources contact UPD Community Engagement at txstatepolicece@txstate.edu or 512.245.2805.

Faculty & Staff need to stay informed and safe. Visit the Talent Development & Communication team's course offerings website to find available in-person or virtual courses. These courses are available for registration through SF Learning.

If you have any questions, email hr_tdc@txstate.edu or call 512.245.7899.

Video Resources: Protect Yourself During Emergencies

Avoid, Deny, Defend

Strategies for active shooter events. This staged video contains scenes that may be disturbing.

ALERRT Research

View of the avoid-deny-defend strategies from a nationally recognized safety resource ALERRT.