Texas A&M University at Galveston Police Department

Texas A&M University at Galveston Police Department serves Galveston, TX. The department recognizes that it has a wider mission than other law enforcement agencies, adding significantly to its responsibilities. Department personnel are sensitive to the unique nature of the university community, including students, faculty and staff. This calls for a safe and orderly environment so that all members of the community can fulfill their individual missions. The State-Certified police agency employs 11 commissioned police officers. The University Police Department cooperates with other law enforcement agencies at the local, county, state and federal level. The TAMUG University Police are part of the City of Galveston Police Department communications system which provides for immediate mutual assistance. Do not contact University Police; they will be notified by Galveston Emergency Dispatch if the incident is under TAMUG jurisdiction. Also, to conduct police business not related immediately to an emergency. If the on-campus phone system is unavailable for any reason, the on-duty campus police officer may be contacted directly by calling (409) 771-5185 . Non-emergency: (409) 740-4545. Dial 911 for emergencies.