UW-Parkside 'security concern' resolved, no active threat to campus

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University of Wisconsin-Parkside (UW-Parkside)

KENOSHA, Wis. - The University of Wisconsin-Parkside issued an alert regarding a threat to campus late Saturday morning. By 1 p.m. it was determined there was no active threat to campus. 

At 1 p.m., the campus issued an updated message saying that following "a thorough investigation by local and campus law enforcement, the earlier security concern has been resolved. Authorities have determined that there is no active threat to the campus."

The campus issued a reopening schedule on its Facebook page:

• Campus will officially reopen today at 1:00 p.m.
• All classes, activities, and events scheduled for 1:00 p.m. or later will proceed as originally planned.
• Campus dining will reopen at 4 p.m.
• There will be an increased police presence on campus throughout the day.
• Additional information will be provided when authorized by law enforcement.

University staff also told a FOX6 reporter on scene that the "Alumni Day at the Games" had been delayed slightly. The women’s game has been postponed to 2:30 p.m. and the men’s game will follow that one.

Initial reporting

What we know:

The alert was posted on UW-Parkside's official Facebook page. The university also sent out a text message alert.

UW-Parkside Alert

The campus was closed. UW-Parkside Police confirmed that the threat was made via phone, but could not provide any more information.

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Campus update (noon)

What we know:

Just before noon, UW-Parkside posted an update saying:

Dear Campus Community,
We are providing an update regarding the security alert that occurred earlier this morning.
At 10:13 a.m., the campus was closed following a reported security concern. Law enforcement is actively investigating the situation. Out of an abundance of caution, the campus remains closed at this time. All classes and events scheduled for this afternoon are suspended until further notice. We will provide another update as soon as law enforcement has concluded their investigation.
We are deeply grateful for the rapid and professional response of our local law enforcement partners and for the continued patience and cooperation of our campus community during this time.
The safety and well-being of our students, faculty, and staff remain our highest priority. Please continue to monitor your email and official alert channels for further instructions.
Sincerely,
University Administration

Campus update (1 p.m.)

What we know:

To the University of Wisconsin-Parkside Community,
Following a thorough investigation by local and campus law enforcement, we are writing to inform you that the earlier security concern has been resolved. Authorities have determined that there is no active threat to the campus.
Reopening Schedule:

• Campus will officially reopen today at 1:00 p.m.

• All classes, activities, and events scheduled for 1:00 p.m. or later will proceed as originally planned.

• Campus dining will reopen at 4 p.m.

• Please note that there will be an increased police presence on campus throughout the day.

Additional information will be provided when authorized by law enforcement.

We would like to extend our deepest gratitude to our campus police department and local law enforcement partners for their rapid, professional response and for ensuring the safety of our campus community. Finally, we thank the entire UW-Parkside community for your patience, cooperation, and calm during this disruption. We understand that events like these can be stressful, and we appreciate your commitment to keeping our campus safe.

University of Wisconsin-Parkside Administration