21st Century Policing

Community-based policing is the foundation for successful law enforcement practices at Sonoma State University. It involves developing long-lasting relationships to mitigate crime and improve our community's safety and quality of life. This is accomplished through open communication and a focused partnership between the police department and the campus community we serve.

Recommendations from President Obama's Task Force on 21st Century Policing are designed to help communities and law enforcement agencies build trust and collaboration while continuing to reduce crime. The recommendations are organized around six key pillars: Building Trust and Legitimacy, Policy and Oversight, Technology and Social Media, Community Policing and Crime Reduction, Training and Education, and Officer Wellness and Safety.

Police chiefs from every CSU campus are actively working to address and implement the Task Force's recommendations and seek ways to incorporate these concepts into the training and certification provided by the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (CA POST). All CSU police officers are sworn and certified by CA POST and receive further training in de-escalating situations that might be caused by mental health crises or controlled substance issues. CSU officers are committed to maintaining a safe campus environment by being student-focused and community-oriented.