Ithaca College Public Safety

09/23/2026

Join Cops, Kids & Toys for a free Fall Festival at The Shops at Ithaca Mall on Oct. 24, with crafts, costumes, treats, a raffle and toy drive.

09/22/2026

Join Ithaca College’s Office of Public Safety and the Prevention Education Network for the 5th Annual IC Runs Purple 5K in recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month!

📍 Ithaca College Kostrinsky Field
🗓️ Date: October 10th
🕣 Check-in: 8:30 a.m. (day-of registration) | 8:45 a.m. (pre-registered participants)
🏃 Race begins at 9:00 a.m.
🚗 Parking available in L Lot

The event is free and open to the community, with an opportunity to make an optional donation benefiting the Advocacy Center of Tompkins County.

Come walk, run, support survivors, and enjoy the beauty of Ithaca College's Natural Lands! 💜

Register here: https://ithacaedu.formstack.com/forms/ic_runs_purple_5k

Waiver: I know that running a cross-country race is a potentially hazardous activity. I should not enter and run unless I am medically able and properly trained. I agree to abide by the decision of a race official relative to my ability to safely complete the run. I assume all risks associated with...

09/12/2026

Twenty-five years ago, our nation changed forever. Today, the Office of Public Safety pauses to honor the nearly 3,000 lives lost on September 11, 2001, and to remember the courage of the first responders who ran toward danger to save others. We stand in solidarity with the families who continue to carry this loss, with the survivors who carry its memory, and with our Ithaca College community. May we continue to remember, honor, and never forget.

On the 25th anniversary of September 11, we remember all those who lost their lives, including six members of the extended Ithaca College community. The Dillingham Fountains are lowered today.

“Twenty-five years later, we continue to carry the memory of those six members of our IC family and all those whose lives were lost. And we are reminded that, even when we disagree, what unites us as a community is stronger than what divides us.”
-President La Jerne Terry Cornish

07/29/2026

The 3rd Annual First Responder Charity Softball Tournament benefiting the American Foundation for Su***de Prevention was nothing short of incredible! 🥎

On behalf of the Ithaca College Office of Public Safety, thank you to everyone who made this event such a tremendous success. The energy throughout the day was contagious, the collaboration among our partner agencies and community members was truly inspiring, and the spirit of friendly competition highlighted the importance of coming together to support a cause that impacts so many.

A heartfelt thank you to our fellow first responders from the Cornell University Police Department, the Ithaca Police Department, and the Tompkins County Sheriff's Office for your partnership and camaraderie. We also extend our sincere appreciation to the many Ithaca College staff members and volunteers, especially our colleagues in Athletics, Facilities, and Dining Services, whose hard work behind the scenes helped make this event possible.

Thank you to our incredible Platinum Sponsors: Texas Roadhouse, Mills Electric, Ferguson Electric, and Cops, Kids & Toys, for your generosity and support of this important cause.

Finally, thank you to everyone who attended, volunteered, donated, and cheered us on throughout the day. Together, we are raising awareness for mental health, strengthening community partnerships, and supporting the mission of the American Foundation for Su***de Prevention.

And to top it all off, we're excited to share that the Office of Public Safety brought home this year's championship trophy! 🏆 Thank you for making this our best tournament yet! We can't wait to see everyone back on the field next year!

Check out the featured article on ESPN Ithaca here: https://www.espnithaca.com/local/ithaca-college-first-responder-charity-softball-tournament/?fbclid=IwY2xjawTVj2FleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEelnXErAx7m4VunX4bW3W67-CkF5ldqGmPTT8k2APq5hyVGbBYBMdBjIEEYzU_aem_kUre9c8OTSxLk2wcVipawA

07/25/2026

We are ONE day away from our 3rd Annual Charity Softball Tournament to benefit the American Foundation for Su***de Prevention! Opening ceremony begins at 8:30am with the singing of the National Anthem. There will be activities for kids and families, from face painting to a Dunk Tank and running the bases with Texas Roadhouse's very own Andy the Armadillo!

Concessions will be available from 11:30am - 2:00pm!

We hope to see you there!!

Want to make a pledge for su***de prevention? Click here to donate today and help the American Foundation for Su***de Prevention continue their advocacy, education, outreach, and support throughout Tompkins and Cortland County: https://afspwalks.donordrive.com/participants/3533914

07/16/2026

Please avoid outdoor activities today due to poor air quality caused by heavy smoke from the Canadian wildfires. The Air Quality Index indicates unhealthy conditions, so it's especially important for anyone who is immunocompromised, has heart or lung conditions, is older, or is otherwise more vulnerable to limit time outdoors and take precautions. Stay safe!

07/08/2026

Sponsorship Announcement!

Thank you to John Mills Electric for becoming a Platinum Sponsor for the 3rd Annual First Responder Charity Softball Tournament benefiting the American Foundation for Su***de Prevention! We are deeply grateful for community partners like Mills Electric who come together for a meaningful and impactful cause!

The 3rd Annual Charity Softball Tournament will be hosted at Ithaca College on Sunday, July 26th. The event brings together IC's Office of Public Safety, Cornell University Police Department, Tompkins County Sheriff's Office, and Ithaca Police Department for a day of friendly competition and community building to raise awareness about su***de and su***de prevention.

For more information about becoming a sponsor, reach out to Elyse Nepa at [email protected]

Interested in donating to the cause? Click here to donate directly: https://afspwalks.donordrive.com/participant/3533914

We'd love to see you there!

06/12/2026

Thank you to Cortland Football head coach Tom Blumenauer and Ithaca Football head coach Brandon Maguire for throwing out today’s ceremonial first pitches! 🏈

On Saturday, November 14th, SUNY Cortland and Ithaca College return to the Bronx for 67th annual Cortaca Jug game at Yankee Stadium. To purchase tickets, visit 🎟️👉 yankees.com/football

05/25/2026

Today, we honor all who have served and recognize the sacrifices they made in service to our country. Their courage, dedication, and commitment will never be forgotten.

Happy Memorial Day 🇺🇸

05/06/2026

Get to know members of your Public Safety team in 2 minutes or less!

KP McClain has been at Ithaca College for 9 years, serving as a patrol officer in the Office of Public Safety, supporting Ithaca College’s football program and the Brothers4Brothers student organization. KP is truly a pillar of the community— an easily recognizable presence across campus, always engaging with students, faculty, and staff, bringing care, concern, and a little comedic relief everywhere he goes.

He’s actively involved in youth sports, a fisherman at heart, a dedicated father, and someone who genuinely values community and connection.

Next time you see KP, be sure to say hi!