In the belief that education and prevention are the best ways to combat crime, the Police Investigations unit and the Rape Prevention Education Program teach faculty, staff, and students how to minimize the opportunity for crimes to occur and take responsibility for their own security and the security of others.

• Investigations
  In addition to investigating crimes, the Investigations unit develops crime prevention resources and programs to help the campus community protect property and increase personal safety and security.
  
  
• Rape Prevention Education Program (RPEP)
  Sponsored by the Police Department and the Women's Center, the Rape Prevention Education Program provides education and information about sexual assault, dating and domestic violence, and stalking. Programs explain laws and definitions, suggest strategies to increase safety, and dispel the common myths about sexual violence. The RPEP also provides assistance for survivors of sexual violence and their families and friends. Assistance includes crisis counseling, information about reporting to law enforcement and the campus judicial system, help with legal and medical questions, help with academic and housing problems, and referrals to other campus and community resources.