P: 800-368-3227 E: universitypolice@vuu.edu
On behalf Virgina Union University (VUU), and of the dedicated professionals of the Virginia Union University Police Department, it is our pleasure to welcome you to the University Police home page. The Virginia Union University Police are committed to providing a safe and secure learning environment for students, faculty, employees and visitors. The safety and comfort of our students, faculty, staff and visitors are our principal priority. We are committed to developing collaborative relationships for the enhancement of our entire university community, as safety and security is everyone’s mission. Community partnering is principal to the academic success of our students.
The Virginia Union University Police Department embraces the principles of collaboration and community policing with academic, administrative and urban organizations through; (1) protection of life and property, (2) crime and fire prevention and lastly (3) parking and traffic system safety.
The Virginia Union University Police Department stands ready to serve the needs of the University community. If you need assistance, please let us know. We will do our very best to provide you with the service that you would expect from a professional law enforcement agency.
University Police can be contacted at (804) 257-5777
University Police Department
1500 N. Lombardy Street
Pickford Hall, G-7
Richmond, Virginia 23220
Higher Education Opportunity Act
Annual Security and Fire Report 2023
The 2008 Amendments to the Higher Education Opportunity Act (HEOA) require Title IV Institutions to collect and publish statistics related to fire and/or smoke events as well as fire prevention policies and fire safety equipment as these items pertain to residence halls owned and controlled by the institution. In accordance with the fire statistics, safety, and prevention requirements of the HEOA, Virginia Union University through its Police Department has completed its annual report on campus security and fire safety for 2023. The report contains statistics for calendar years 2021, 2022, and 2023. This report may be accessed online at the following link. Paper copies of the Annual Fire Safety Report will be provided upon request. Please contact the Campus Police at 804-257-5777 or universitypolice@vuu.edu.
Title IX
VUU University Police Parking Policy
POLICY: All faculty, staff, and students wishing to use parking facilities operated by the University or any property owned or leased by Virginia Union University, must register their vehicle with the Police Department and, while parked, properly display an authorized parking permit.
ELIGIBILITY: On-campus freshmen are not allowed to have vehicles on campus. Any student (undergraduate, graduate, continuing education, part-time, full-time, or adjunct) with at least 30 approved credits completed (excluding commuters) is eligible for campus parking privileges, unless privileges have been revoked.To report crimes that are occurring or any crime related concern around campus, fill out a Student Statement Form.
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VUU Campus Police Staff
Leonard F. Broadnax
Chief of Police
lfbroadnax@vuu.edu
Prior to this assignment, Chief Broadnax held the position of Police Lieutenant at the Virginia Union University Police Department, where he was instrumental in developing police and public safety practices and engaging with community and campus activities.
With a Master's Degree in Human Resource Management and a retired tenure of 26 years with the Richmond Police Department, Broadnax's extensive experience and strategic insight will be invaluable to Virginia Union University. In his new role, he aims to assist VUU in achieving its goals and contribute to its mission to become a Best-in-Class university.
Broadnax's distinguished career is marked by several accolades, including the Greater Richmond Business Community Bronze Valor Award, Six Sigma Yellow/Green Belt Certification, and two United States Army Achievement Medals. His service as a Virginia Magistrate in the Office of the Executive Secretary further underscores his unwavering commitment to public service.