Capital University Police Department

The Ohio State University Police Department is a full-service law enforcement agency. It aims to preserve peace, protect residents lives and their properties, arrest violators, prevent and deter crime. The department supports the Rape Aggression Defense (R.A.D.) System, which is a program of realistic self-defense tactics and techniques for women. The Rape Aggression Defense System (R.A.D.) is a course that begins with awareness, prevention and risk reduction and avoidance. The Ohio State University Police Department maintains a communication center that offers fire-related, police protection and medical services. In addition, the department supports various crime prevention programs, as well as offers safety services for students.