Building Trust: Educating and Engaging International Students in Campus Safety

International students enrich campus communities, but unfamiliarity with local laws, cultural expectations, and norms around interacting with law enforcement can leave them vulnerable to inadvertent mistakes. This full-day course prepares campus public safety officers to bridge those gaps with confidence and cultural sensitivity. Participants will learn how to identify the most common legal and cultural misunderstandings, apply communication strategies that build trust, and deliver proactive education to international student populations. This course empowers officers to prevent problems before they arise — strengthening safety, fostering trust, and enhancing the overall campus experience for all students.