EIU Public Safety Office

09/23/2026

The Charleston High School Homecoming Parade steps off tonight at 6:00 PM and will run for about one hour.

To keep parade participants and spectators safe, CPD will have barricades and temporary closures in place along portions of:
*Harrison Avenue
*Jackson Avenue
*Monroe Avenue
*6th Street
*7th Street

Please plan alternate routes if you are traveling through the area during this time, watch for pedestrian traffic, and come out to celebrate our students.

Go Trojans!

09/19/2026

DORM & COLLEGE SAFETY

Be Prepared • Stay Aware • Stay Safe

Small steps can make a big difference. Keep yourself and your belongings safe with simple safety essentials:

🔹 Personal alarms
🔹 Door & window security
🔹 Portable safes
🔹 Narcan
🔹 Drink test kits
🔹 First-aid kits
🔹 Personal safety devices
🔹 AirTags & keychain alarms

Your Safety Matters.
Be prepared. Look out for one another. Report suspicious activity.

UPD Non-Emergency: 217-581-3212
Emergency: 911

09/17/2026

🏈 Coles County Clash — September 18, 2026

Eastern Illinois University Police will be on-site to support a safe and successful event. Officers will provide a visible presence at the stadium entrance, officials’ locker room, and tailgate areas, including UTV patrols for enhanced coverage.

Stay alert. Look out for one another. Report concerns. Together, we can help keep the event safe.

09/16/2026

09/12/2026

Three simple safety habits every college student should have: plan your way home, look out for your friends, and trust your instincts. Your choices, your safety, your future.

09/11/2026

SEPTEMBER 11, 2001

NEVER FORGET

25 Years Later, We Remember.

We honor the lives lost, the first responders who made the ultimate sacrifice, and the courage and resilience shown in the days that followed.

We Remember. We Honor. We Will Never Forget.

🇺🇸 September 11, 2001 — Always Remembered.
Eastern Illinois University Police Department

09/07/2026

Although it’s a university holiday, UPD is still here for you 24/7! 🚔💙

Our officers remain on campus around the clock, keeping our Panther family safe. Have a safe and relaxing holiday! 🐾 non-emergency 217-581-3212

09/05/2026

Great campus connection! 💙💛
UPD building relationships and making a difference beyond the badge. 👮🏽‍♀️👮🏽‍♂️🐾 Taylor Hall

09/04/2026

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