Welcome to Madison College.  During the school year, Public Safety will publish an article in the Clarion informing the college community of recent events and notable calls that Public Safety has responded to. We welcome everyone to stop by the office and introduce themselves and we hope you all have a successful school year.
Here are some quick facts about Public Safety:
• Public Safety has Patrol Officers available 24 hours a day, 365 days per year. The Public Safety Office, Room B1240, is staffed Monday through Friday from 6:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. You can reach us by stopping by the window or dialing 608-246-6932 (non-emergency) or 608-245-2222 (emergency/after hours). If you are trying to reach an officer after normal business hours or on the weekend, please dial 608-245-2222. Be aware that during this time Wisconsin State Capitol Police dispatches for Public Safety.
• We are currently accepting applications for student help patrol officers. Stop by the office to pick up an application or apply online at joinhandshake.com
• Students are no longer required to display a physical parking permit. Students are required to register their vehicles on the Madison College website. Simply type “parking” in the search tab of the Madison College website and click “Student Vehicle Registration.”
• Public Safety has jump packs available to jump start your car in the event your battery dies at no charge, we only require a photo ID. and you must be the registered owner of the vehicle, or the vehicle must be registered to your parent.
• Public Safety can unlock your vehicle if you lock your keys in your car. We again require a photo ID and you must be the registered owner of the vehicle, or the vehicle must be registered to a parent.
• Public Safety offers escorts to your vehicle if you do not feel comfortable walking to your car.  Just stop by the office or give us a call!
September is Campus Safety Awareness Month. Here are some tips to help keep you safe on campus.
• Get to know your Public Safety Department. Stop by our office and say hello or visit our webpage on the Madison College website.
• Be cautious after dark when walking to your vehicle. If possible, walk with a friend or classmate and try to park in a well-lit area.  Public Safety offers escorts as well, just stop by the office or dial 246-6932 to request an escort.
• Be careful getting into your vehicle.  Have your keys or key fob ready and keep an eye on other vehicles parked near yours.  If something doesn’t seem right, call Public Safety and go back inside.
• Sign up for Wolfpack Alerts.  Emergency alerts will be sent directly to your phone.  You can find directions on how to sign up on our webpage. Registration is free, easy and takes about a minute on your mobile device.