Master of Public Safety

The new Center for Public Safety and Justice, part of UVA’s School of Continuing and Professional Studies, builds on the school’s long-standing public safety initiatives. Those include the Master of Public Safety degree program as well as partnerships with the FBI National Academy and the National Criminal Justice Command College.

Major Ryan Butler, Master of Public Safety alum, shares how he translate learning into action with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department.

Dr. Oscar Odom, Associate Professor with the Master of Public Safety Program, shares his thoughts on challenges faced in pubic safety today.

On October 3, 2024, renowned experts in public safety will hold an afternoon of discussion exploring today's challenges and practical solutions for a diverse range of communities.

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Master of Public Safety student Robert Ham recently received the Lexipol Public Safety Fellowship. Learn more.

Two recent Master of Public Safety graduates share their experience at UVA School of Continuing and Professional Studies and its impact on their future plans after recently completing their degree.

Learn more about the three new faculty who are set to instruct MPS students beginning fall 2024.