The Safety and Security Department is located in the Newton Observatory and is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The Safety and Security Department provides protection and security services to the Allegheny College community.
The Department is responsible for enforcing College rules and regulations, Access Control, ID Cards and Pennsylvania state laws, as well as conducting fire drills and inspecting fire detection and prevention equipment. The services provided by this office include investigations of possible college violations, escort services, emergency medical transport, and lost and found information. The College Motor Pool and Driver’s Safety Program is also a part of this department.