Our Philosophy:
The Lamar University community places a significant amount of trust in its police department. We honor this trust by dedicating ourselves to the community we serve. Through a community-oriented, intelligence-driven philosophy, we seek to solve problems and effectively enforce the law. The Lamar University Police Department will continue to improve safety and security through education, training, and adoption of state and national best practices to achieve a gold standard in law enforcement.
Our Mission:
The Lamar University Police Department's mission is to ensure a safe and secure atmosphere for learning. Through the use of various policing tactics and resources, the LUPD safeguards life, protects property, enforces the law, and upholds the rights of all citizens. LUPD operates in a spirit of partnership to ensure our University community remains safe. We promote individual responsibility and community commitment through active engagement.
