09/02/2026
Message regarding today’s activation of the emergency alert system
Dear students, faculty and staff,
On Wednesday morning, Sept. 2, UW-Whitewater Police, along with law enforcement agencies from around the area, responded to a report of a life safety threat on the Whitewater campus.
Per our safety protocols, we initiated our emergency communication system until police gave the all-clear.
It was reported to UW-Whitewater Police that an individual walked into Andersen Hall with what people believed was a weapon and was yelling. The individual left the office without incident.
Police were later able to find the person who matched the individual’s description and concluded that there was no weapon and determined there was no threat.
The university is open and operational, including classes and activities.
We are grateful for all who responded to today’s incident and worked to ensure the safety of everyone on the Whitewater campus.
While we are relieved there was no active threat, we understand how deeply upsetting these situations can be for our university community, especially on the first day of classes.
Your physical safety, mental health and personal wellbeing are priorities. We want to remind everyone of the resources available.
The UW-Whitewater Emergency Guide features information on how to protect yourself and others in various situations.
Students, please reach out to University Health and Counseling Services for ongoing support with any mental health struggles. Counseling is confidential and provided at no cost to students. In addition, Mantra Health offers a great deal of personalized resources for wellbeing, including how to support each other.
If you need help immediately, please know there are a number of urgent care resources available.
Employees can access counseling, free and confidentially, via the Employee Assistance Program offered by Acentra through Human Resources. Many health insurance plans also cover the cost of licensed therapists, counselors, psychologists and psychiatrists. Contact your insurance plan to learn more about your benefits.
If you need help immediately, please know there are a number of resources available as part of our Worksite Wellness emergency offerings.
Corey A. King, Chancellor
Matthew Kiederlen, Chief of Police
