Tufts University Police Department

10/20/2026

10/20/2026

☕️ That’s a wrap on Coffee with TUPD! Thank you to everyone who came out for coffee and conversations across four campuses, and a big thanks to the Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University for stopping by today. And don’t forget to donate for a 2026 Pink Patch before the month ends!
https://support.joeandruzzifoundation.org/team/844062

10/14/2026

The coffee doesn’t stop! Join us on Oct. 20th from 9 to 11 AM for free coffee, c***r, and cookies in Elms Café ☕️

10/13/2026

What an incredible week!

We had such an amazing time connecting with parents and families! Thank you to everyone who stopped by our table to say hi. Your compliments truly warmed our hearts. 💖🐾 Hayley and Pepper felt all the love too! 🐾

We enjoyed answering your important questions and addressing your concerns. Your engagement means the world to us.

Can’t wait to see you all next year! 🙌✨

10/09/2026

Thank you to everyone who came out to Coffee with TUPD in Medford and Boston yesterday! We hope you enjoyed the coffee and the conversation ☕️
A special thanks to Tufts Dining for making it possible!

10/08/2026

“I had a tumor on my spine when I was a baby. I’m healthy now, but I’ll always walk with a limp. As a kid, I’d get asked, ‘Why do you walk like that?’ Sometimes I was bullied, but I’ve got tough skin, so it didn’t really affect me. I feel blessed overall, and it’s made me look for the good in people, and to be more open to people.

I’m also pretty extroverted. That’s useful in my job as a campus security officer. My demeanor is to be friendly. I always talk to the students who come into the gym, just saying hello. Being courteous: that’s the point of the CSO. I can call police officers to help me out if I need them, but my job is to be a friendly face, to observe and report, to keep people safe. And because of where I work, I also try to give people motivation when they come through the door. I mean, good for them—they’re going to the gym!

We get training all the time: things like CPR and communications and mental health. I take mental health very seriously. With my disability, there’s been times where I’ve struggled with depression. I feel like just talking with someone can help. I’ve seen it with some students. Like during finals, it can get stressful. There’s been times when I can tell one of our regulars is feeling down, and I can ask, ‘Is there anything wrong? Can I help?’ I think it goes a long way.

I love working at the gym. I feel very appreciated there. A student once gave me a giant bag of cookies, I’ve gotten flowers… I feel awkward receiving stuff; I feel like I don’t deserve it. I’m just doing my job, but it’s so nice to get those things. The women’s lacrosse team gave me a card, telling me they appreciate my being myself and saying, ‘Welcome to Tufts!’ every day when they arrive. There was an awards ceremony recently, and some coaches told me students gave me a shout-out during a tribute video. I had no idea they were doing that, but it’s really satisfying to feel like I’m making an impact on others.

I really enjoy this job because that I’m just a people person trying to help any way I can. When I’m part of something, I try to put my best foot forward.”

—Ryan Buchino, campus security officer (CSO)

is a series of personal stories shared by members of the Tufts community. [📸: Alonso Nichols/Tufts University]

10/04/2026

We 💙 the Tufts community! Thank you again to Tufts University Community Relations for hosting another incredible Community Day here on the hill and for all the smiling faces who stopped by to say hi.

📸 credit: Dave Green/Tufts University, TUPD

10/03/2026

🐾🦮🐕‍🦺 Huge thanks to Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University for inviting us to the amazing Community Open House! We loved meeting everyone who came by to greet Hayley and Pepper. Your support means the world to us!

10/02/2026

🌟 Heavy-Traffic Advisory for Tufts Community Day 🌟

📅 Date: Sunday, October 4

📍 Location: Academic Quad ("The Green" on Google Maps), Medford/Somerville campus

⏰ Time: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

🚦 Traffic Alerts 🚦

* Winthrop Street: Expect congestion; consider alternate routes. 🚗

* Boston Avenue: High traffic; watch for pedestrians. 🚶‍♂️

* College Avenue: High foot traffic; consider alternate routes. 🚶‍♂️

* Professor Row: High foot traffic; consider alternate routes. 🚗

* Packard Avenue: High foot traffic; consider alternate routes. 🚶‍♂️

* Capen Ext: Busy during peak hours; plan ahead. 🕒

🅿️ Parking: Free parking available at Dowling Hall Garage, 419 Boston Ave.

Stay safe and enjoy the day! 🎉

10/01/2026

The Pink Patch Project is back! Throughout the month of October, we’re offering our 2026 Pink Patch with a donation of $ 10 or more to the Joe Andruzzi Foundation to support cancer patients and their families. Donate on our team page for a patch today!
https://support.joeandruzzifoundation.org/team/844062