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UCSC Police Department achieves international accreditation for excellence
The department’s accreditation marks an important milestone, highlighting priorities of accountability, service, and community partnership.
The University of California, Santa Cruz Police Department has received accreditation from the International Association of Campus Law Enforcement Administrators (IACLEA). This recognition affirms the department’s commitment to excellence in campus safety, professionalism, and community engagement.
“We are honored to receive this accreditation from IACLEA,” Chief Kevin Domby said. “This achievement reflects the hard work and dedication of our officers and staff, as well as our commitment to providing a safe and secure environment for our students, faculty, and staff.”
Accreditation is considered the gold standard in campus law enforcement. To earn it, departments must meet rigorous national standards across policies, training, operations, and community relations. Earlier this year, the UC Santa Cruz Police Department underwent a comprehensive review by a team of peer assessors, who evaluated policies and practices and engaged campus stakeholders.
“This accreditation is an important milestone for our campus,” said Vice Chancellor for Finance, Operations, and Administration Ed Reiskin. “It recognizes the professionalism of our police department, while underscoring the department’s priorities of accountability and service to our community.”
The recognition reflects the department’s ongoing dedication to continuous improvement and integrity. Through IACLEA, it will now have access to training and resources that strengthen campus safety and reinforce a community-oriented approach to policing.
Visit the department’s website to learn more about its work and initiatives.