The University of Maine Police Department (UMPD) provides security for UMA, so it only makes sense that UMA is partnering with UMPD to bring YOU Black Bear Safe, a free safety app available to UMA students, faculty, and staff. This isn鈥檛 just another app. It鈥檚 your safety sidekick on campus and throughout Maine.
Why it鈥檚 worth your download:
鈥� Instant help at your fingertips 鈥� call 911 or UMPD dispatch right from the app.
鈥� Mobile BlueLight 鈥� send your real-time location to campus safety with one tap.
鈥� Friend Walk & Virtual WalkHome 鈥� let a friend or UMPD watch your walk on a map until you get where you鈥檙e going.
鈥� Live chat & tips 鈥� send crime tips or chat with dispatchers straight through the app.
鈥� Support resources + emergency plans 鈥� access counseling, Title IX support, emergency info and more.
鉁� Peace of mind goes a long way. Whether you鈥檙e heading to class late at night or just walking to your car, Black Bear Safe has your back.
馃摬 How to get it:
鈥� Search Black Bear Safe in the Apple App Store or Google Play 鈥� it鈥檚 free!
馃摉 Want more info?
Visit the webpage or the to learn the details about how each feature works and how we鈥檙e all looking out for each other.
Download it today 鈥� safety is better with company 馃惥馃珟