# UK Police Honor Those Who Keep Campus Safe During National Police Week  
**Published:** 2026-05-11T11:53:35.000Z  
**Source:** [University of Kentucky News](https://uknow.uky.edu/campus-news/honoring-those-who-keep-campus-community-safe-and-secure)  
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LEXINGTON, Ky. — The University of Kentucky Police Department is honoring the service, sacrifice and dedication of law enforcement professionals across the country during [National Police Week](https://nleomf.org/memorial/programs/national-police-week-2026/), which runs May 10-16, according to [a university news release](https://uknow.uky.edu/campus-news/honoring-those-who-keep-campus-community-safe-and-secure).

[The UKPD](https://police.uky.edu/about), which includes police officers, communications officers, security officers and professional staff, works to ensure a safe, welcoming environment where students, faculty, staff and visitors can enjoy campus life. [National Police Week was established in 1962 when President Kennedy proclaimed May 15 as Peace Officers Memorial Day](https://3.7.2-4), with the full week designated to honor law enforcement officers nationwide.

"Our department continues to grow, not just in size, but in the way we serve and connect with our campus community," said [Police Chief Joe Monroe](https://evpfa.uky.edu/people/joseph-monroe), who has served as UK's chief since 2009 and is the longest-serving police chief in the department's history. "National Police Week allows us to pause and recognize the commitment our team brings to this work every day."

Throughout the week, UKPD is taking time to show appreciation for its personnel and to honor fallen officers nationwide who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. [The department's mission is to promote a safe and secure campus environment](https://police.uky.edu/) for the university community while providing quality police services ethically, fairly and equally in partnership with members of the campus community.

UKPD encourages the campus community to join in recognizing National Police Week by thanking officers when seen around campus and learning more about the work they do daily. The observance underscores UKPD's commitment to service, professionalism and partnership with those it protects. For more information about campus safety resources, the university encourages community members to visit the UK Police Department website.

## Sources

- [University of Kentucky News](https://uknow.uky.edu/campus-news/honoring-those-who-keep-campus-community-safe-and-secure)
- [National Police Week 2026 overview and information](https://nleomf.org/memorial/programs/national-police-week-2026/)
- [UK Police Department about page](https://police.uky.edu/about)
- [Information about Police Chief Joe Monroe](https://evpfa.uky.edu/people/joseph-monroe)

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