Office of Public Safety

Office of Public Safety

Bluefield State University is committed to providing and safeguarding the health and security of our students, employees, alumni, and visitors. The Office of Public Safety will ensure that a safe and secure learning environment is maintained at the university while enforcing the rules of Bluefield State and the laws of the community.

Emergency Contacts

Parking Fees

Hang tags will be issued to staff and faculty of the institution, allowing parking in designated faculty/staff areas. Any change in vehicle registration should be reported to the Office of Public Safety. Vehicle owners are responsible for the safe and legal operation of their vehicles. Parking rules are strictly enforced, and a civil penalty applies to violators. A processing fee is added to any unpaid or uncontested citation in a designated time frame. Any unpaid citation will result in actions outlined in the West Virginia Code and College policy. These actions may include academic holds, parking privilege revocation, towing or disabling of the vehicle, or the issuing of a traffic summons before a local judicial officer. The Office of Public Safety is responsible for enforcing all parking and traffic laws, and any complaints, comments, or concerns should be directed to the Office of Public Safety.

Students should familiarize themselves with the areas where student parking is allowed. Fire lanes and handicap parking areas (unless a permit is provided) are illegal and could result in a citation from local law enforcement.