Intrusion into UCF Network Involves Personal Data
An intrusion into the University of Central Florida’s computer network has resulted in unauthorized access to certain personal information of some current and former students and employees.
After UCF discovered the unauthorized access in January, university officials immediately reported the incident to law enforcement and launched an internal investigation with the assistance of a national digital forensics firm.
Major Retires Following 28 Years of Service with UCFPD
UCF has changed a lot over the course of Maj. Randy Mingo’s 28 years with the UCF Police Department.
When he started at the university, UCF only had 36 buildings compared to the current 179. There were no late-night bite spots, a big change from the dozen options that now line Alafaya Trail and University Boulevard. He once filled multiple binders with his contacts’ business cards until email changed the game.
One thing that’s stayed the same?
To Mingo—as he’s called fondly by the thousands of students, faculty, staff and community members he’s interacted with over the years—UCF has always stood true to its promise of opportunity.
Accreditation Team Invites Public Comments About UCFPD
A team of assessors from the Commission for Florida Law Enforcement Accreditation (CFA) will arrive on March 2, 2016, to conduct an on-site assessment of the UCF Police Department.
Women Learn Self-Defense Moves, Tips in UCFPD First Class of 2016
Preparedness is the key to keeping yourself safe, UCFPD Ofc. Peter Stephens explained to the women attending a self-defense class hosted by the department Tuesday night.
UCFPD Asking For Help to Identify Burglary and Theft Suspect
The UCF Police Department is asking for the public’s help to identify a man suspected of burglary and theft inside the UCF Performing Arts Center.
The crime took place between 7:30 p.m. Wednesday and 12:30 a.m. Thursday. The stolen items-- a projector, a wireless access point and an American flag-- were reported to police around 9 a.m. Thursday.
New Semester Safety Update
With the new semester under way, I share a few updates on behalf of the UCF Police Department.
UCFPD Officers Receive Heroin Anti-Drug Training
About 15 UCF police officers on Friday received training on how to administer Naloxone, which can counter the effects of a drug overdose.
Be Safe This Holiday Season
With Thanksgiving this week and the holiday season around the corner, the UCF Police Department reminds you to keep safety top of mind.
If you will be away from UCF during the holidays, make sure to take expensive items such as jewelry, laptops and other valuables with you. Have a friend or trusted neighbor collect any mail, packages or newspapers, or ask the U.S. Postal Service to hold your mail until you return.
UCF Police: Buckle Up This Thanksgiving
The UCF Police Department is joining agencies across the country in a Click It or Ticket seat belt enforcement wave that will go through Nov. 30.
UCFPD Hosts Expo to Showcase Risks of Impaired Driving
Students will learn about the risks associated with alcohol and driving during a DUI expo to be held Wednesday, Nov. 18.
The expo will be held from 3 to 5 p.m. near the Recreation and Wellness Center. The event, organized by the UCF Police Department, will include several demonstrations to educate students about how alcohol, drugs and distraction affect their abilities.