The University of Minnesota is committed to providing an environment that is safe and secure for students, faculty, staff, university affiliates, and visitors. The Department of Public Safety (DPS) is responsible for managing building security and access throughout University campuses. The DPS Security Data and Access team is involved in meeting the University’s security and safety goals. Their efforts have created a safer, more secure campus in which to teach, learn, and work.
Your U Card is your official University of Minnesota ID
Current faculty, staff, and students will need their U Cards to enter a building during University Hours. Current faculty, staff, and students should carry their U Card with them to ensure they have access when on campus.
Building Hours
The University Public Hours Schedule lists buildings with Public Hours. If a building does not list Public Hours, a U Card is needed to enter the building. Buildings that do not have Public Hours are not accessible to members of the the general public.
- Public Hours: Some campus facilities are open to the general public during Public Hours without the need for a U Card. Not all University Buildings have Public Hours.
- University Hours: All active faculty, staff, and students are granted U Card access during University Hours to most UMTC buildings. If you require access beyond University Hours, arrangements must be made by the Department Facility Representative (DFR) for your department or college.
- Restricted Hours: Areas requiring restrictive control for security reasons are not included in access during University Hours. Access requirements during Restricted Hours are determined by your department or college. Restricted access will only be granted with the approval of the Department Facility Representative (DFR) for that building/area.