Welcome to Benedictine University. The Benedictine University Police Department is committed to providing a high quality of service and shall maintain the highest standards of personal integrity and ethics.

I hope your time here at Benedictine University is safe and productive. The Benedictine University Police Department is here to assist you and protect the students, faculty/staff and guests of the University.

I wish you luck in your educational endeavors and hope to see you at graduation.

Emergency Preparedness Guide (PDF)

Annual Security Report - Clery Act (PDF)

Notification Policy for Missing Students Who Reside On-Campus

Counseling and Student Assistance

Weather Notifications

EMERGENCY:

For immediate medical, fire, or police emergencies, dial 911.

NON-EMERGENCY:

To request Campus Police services (217) 306-8031:

• protection of persons and property
• traffic/parking control and enforcement
  
• vehicle accident reports (on campus property)
  
• fire/hazard inspection
  
• severe weather warning
  
• monitor fire and security alarms
  
• lock and unlock of classrooms/offices
  
• criminal investigations
  
• highly visible patrol in vehicles and on foot
  
• safety education and awareness programs
  
• escorts service anywhere on campus
  
• motorist assistance (lock-outs and jump starts)

Emergency “blue light” stations are located at the 6th Street & Keys Avenue parking lot and in the center of the Dockson Plaza residence hall. You may report emergencies or request non-emergency Campus Police services, by speaking directly to an officer.

Campus Police
Ron Boris, Chief
217-525-1420 x218

Non-Emergencies
217-306-8031

Call 911 for all life-threatening emergencies