Worcester State University Police Department

The Worcester State University Police Department, located in Wasylean Hall under the direction of the Chief Jason Kapurch consists of 17 full-time sworn and state certified police officers providing 24 hour-a-day services.

We provide a specialized police service to Worcester State University community - specialized services which go beyond those of strict law enforcement.

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts grants police authority to our officers, giving them the same authority and powers as local or state police in or upon the lands and structures owned, used, or occupied by the University. Additionally, Worcester State University Police Officers have Chapter 90 power to issue State Citations for motor vehicle violations.

Officers are trained at approved Police Academies and are certified in first aid and cardiac pulmonary resuscitation (CPR). Additionally, 1 officer is a qualified as an EMT.

All officers receive additional hours of specialized training each year to keep them current with changing trends and developments in Law Enforcement and Emergency Medical Services.

The men and women of this department urge you to become involved in your personal safety. Throughout the year, officers’ conduct seminars and other community service activities to keep the students, faculty, and staff aware of issues on and around campus. We invite everyone to join us in reducing the incidents of crime on campus.