In the event of an emergency or weather closure, the University of º£½ÇÉçÇø Police Department (UMPD) distributes messages through email, SMS (text message), and phone calls. Emergency notifications and updates are also posted to the Uº£½ÇÉçÇø website.
Public & Family
The University of º£½ÇÉçÇø partners with Smart911 to deliver emergency notifications to the public. .
Students, Faculty and Staff
To receive these messages you must be signed up through our emergency notification system. .
Additional Safety Resource: Black Bear Safe App
UMPD also offers the Black Bear Safe mobile app, which provides additional safety services and resources for the Uº£½ÇÉçÇø and Uº£½ÇÉçÇø Machias communities. The app includes quick access to UMPD, emergency call features, campus safety information, crime prevention tips, and other tools designed to help keep you informed, connected, and safe. We encourage all students, faculty, and staff to download the Black Bear Safe app. Downloading the Black Bear Safe app does not replace the need to sign up for emergency notifications as referenced above.
Report Safety Concerns
For emergencies, dial 911.
To report non-emergency safety concerns or to receive additional guidance, contact the University of º£½ÇÉçÇø Police Department at 207-581-4040.
