Police Department Annual Report 2024
ABOUT US
The University of Wisconsin-Parkside Police Department (UWPPD) is a dedicated, full-service law enforcement agency committed to providing a safe and secure environment for all who live, work, and learn on our campus. Our team of highly trained, professional officers is available 24/7, working to protect the UW-Parkside community with integrity, accountability, and respect.
UWPPD is more than just a police department-we are partners in safety, focused on community engagement, education, and proactive policing. From emergency response and crime prevention to wellness checks and campus outreach, our mission is to serve with compassion and foster trust.
We take pride in supporting student success by promoting a safe learning environment, and we remain committed to continuous improvement, transparency, and collaboration with our campus and surrounding community.
As we look to the future, UWPPD remains dedicated to evolving with the needs of our campus, strengthening relationships, and upholding the highest standards of service. Together, we are building a safer, stronger UW-Parkside.
Our Mission
The mission of the UW Parkside Police Department is to protect and serve our campus community with professionalism, integrity, and respect. We are committed to ensuring a safe and inclusive environment through community engagement, proactive policing, and dedicated service.
Our Vision
Our vision is to be a trusted and innovative campus police department that leads through community partnership, fosters a culture of safety and respect, and supports the success and well-being of all at UW-Parkside.
Our Core Values
RESPECT
At UWPPD, we treat all individuals with dignity, fairness, and compassion. We value diverse perspectives and are committed to building trust through respectful interactions with our campus community.
SERVICE
At UWPPD, we are dedicated to serving the UW-Parkside community with professionalism and compassion. We go above and beyond to support the safety, well-being, and success of all students, faculty, staff, and visitors.
INTEGRITY
At UWPPD, we hold ourselves to the highest ethical standards. We act with honesty, transparency, and accountability in all that we do, earning the trust of our campus community through consistent and principled service.
INCLUSION
At UWPPD, we are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all. We value diversity, promote equity, and strive to ensure every member of our campus community feels respected, heard, and safe.
Message from the Chief
On behalf of the UW-Parkside Police Department, I am pleased to present our annual report for 2024. I am privileged to lead a group of dedicated law enforcement professionals. This report highlights some of the accomplishments of our amazing team who work tirelessly to make our campus one of the safest in Wisconsin and the nation.
In 2024 our staff presented safety and educational outreach training in such areas as Active Shooter, Alcohol and Drug Awareness, Coffee with a Cop, Police and Community Relations, Sexual Assault, Domestic Violence, SANE, Self-Defense, CPR, COOP, Juvenile Justice, Women in the CJ System, and YHOP.
In September, UW-Parkside hosted the UW Board of Regents for two days. Prior Board of Regent meetings at other UW campuses resulted in demonstrations, disruptions, and arrests. As a result, UW-Parkside Police made extensive advance planning for security at the event. Police officers from UW-Milwaukee, UW-Whitewater, and the Kenosha Sheriff’s Department assisted in staffing the event. The two day went on without any incidents and by all accounts was a success.
2024 was a busy year for retirements and recruitments. In August, Anthony Powell retired as a Police Dispatcher II with close to 25 years of service to the UW-Parkside Police Department and over 30 years of service to the University. In October, Kurt Bergendahl retired as a police officer with over 28 years of service to UW-Parkside. We thank both of them for their many years of dedicated service. Their institutional knowledge and leadership will be missed. The police department also hired 8 Community Service Officers to replace 5 who left during the year.
Thank you for taking the time to learn more about our efforts to keep the campus community safe and for your support of our police department.
Go Rangers!
James Heller, Chief of Police
UW-Parkside Police Dept.
heller@uwp.edu
Contact Us
In case of an emergency please dial 911 immediately!
To contact the department please dial one of the numbers below, come see us in person 24/7, or email us at police@uwp.edu
Non-Emergency Number
(262) 545-2455
Emergency Number
(262) 545-2911