LU Police Department
Keeping You Safe at Liberty University
The Liberty University Police Department (LUPD) serves and protects our campus community as a full-service law enforcement agency staffed by professional, highly trained personnel as a part of Liberty University’s Office of Security & Public Safety.
LUPD staff consists of police officers, armed security officers, and civilian staff members. All personnel are trained in Basic First Aid, CPR, and AED services.
Liberty University Police Department is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies Inc. (CALEA) and works to protect you and the entire university community. At times, LUPD will work with the Lynchburg Police Department, other law enforcement agencies, and first responders to ensure your safety.
Contact
LUPD Front Desk
(434) 592-3637
lupd@liberty.edu
Hours
Monday – Friday
7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Location
Green Hall, Terrace Level
Lynchburg, VA 24515
LUPD Emergency Line
(434) 592-3911
LUPD Non-emergency Line
(434) 592-7641
Safe Ride
(434) 592-7641
Connect
Gerald Irwin, Liberty University Chief of Police
Police Chief of the Liberty University Police Department, Gerald Irwin, joined LUPD in 2023 and was appointed chief in 2025.
Throughout his career, Chief Irwin has held a variety of roles, including Patrol Officer, SWAT member, Detective, and Commander of specialized units such as VICE, Intelligence, and Narcotics.
Chief Irwin holds a B.A. in Criminology from the University of South Florida and an M.S. in Criminal Justice Administration from Columbia Southern University. He is a graduate of the FBI National Academy (Session #283) and the Senior Management Institute for Police (Session #80). He serves on the Virginia FBI National Academy Associates Executive Board and the Liberty University Command College Advisory Board.
Serving and Protecting Our Campus Community
Our Mission
Protecting Through Service
The Liberty University Police Department protects through service, and is grounded on our three pillars of Character, Competency, and Culture.
LUPD Objectives
LUPD’s primary objective is the safety and security of our students, staff, and faculty. We work with our security partners to prevent, prepare for, and respond to critical incidents on the LU campus. This work is conducted with Christlike service to the entire Liberty community.
LUPD Core Values
- Professionalism
- Integrity
- Respect
- Accountability
- Loyalty
- Courage
- Teamwork
- Christlike Service
LUPD Resources
Join the Liberty University Police Department
The Liberty University Police Department (LUPD) is seeking committed law enforcement professionals to serve the Liberty University community as security or police officers. Become part of our mission to deliver “protection through service.”
LUPD Communications
Emergency Line*
(434) 592-3911
*Available 24/7
Non-Emergency Line
(434) 592-7641
LUPD Feedback
- LUPD Personnel Complaint
- LUPD Personnel Commendation: LUPDcommand@liberty.edu
- Staff Commendation or Complaint
Title IX Reporting
If you believe that you have been the subject of sexual harassment, discrimination, hazing, or assault, immediately report the incident to the Office of Equal Rights & Title IX or contact LU Emergency Communications at (434) 592-7641.