The University Police Department recognizes that securely storing firearms can help prevent accidental injuries, reduce theft, and promote a safer campus environment.
To support responsible firearm ownership, the University Police Department is proud to offer secure firearm storage for law-abiding students.
Many of our students own firearms for legitimate purposes, including participation in organizations such as the Rifle Club or Trap and Skeet Club, as well as recreational hunting. For students who live a significant distance from home, storing firearms with family may not be practical. As a result, some students leave firearms in their vehicles, while others may have limited options for safely storing them in residence halls or off-campus housing with roommates.
To address these concerns, the University Police Department offers individual firearm lockers located within the secure area of the Police Department. This monitored storage area provides students with a safe and convenient place to store their firearms while maintaining 24-hour access. Each student creates a unique combination for their assigned locker, ensuring only they can access it.
Students may also store ammunition in their assigned locker. All firearms must be unloaded before entering the Police Department, and loaded firearms will not be accepted for storage. Ammunition must be stored in its original packaging or in a suitable ammunition box or ammo can. Loose ammunition is not permitted.
Firearm lockers are available for rent Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The University Police Department has a limited number of lockers available, which are rented on a first-come, first-served basis. The current rental fee is $50 per academic year.
By offering secure firearm storage, the University Police Department aims to reduce the risk of theft, unauthorized access, and accidental injury while supporting students who choose to own and store firearms responsibly.