Overview

Mission

The Public Safety Advisory Committee (PSAC) proactively seeks the advice and counsel from a diverse group of community members regarding issues that impact the safety and quality of life of students, faculty, staff, and visitors of the UCI campus and medical center.

Purpose

PSAC serves as a link between the campus community and the UCI Police Department. PSAC provides a forum to discuss and make recommendations on public policies, community outreach, and may participate on hiring panels for key UCI Police Department personnel. The advisory committee produces an annual report which summarizes its activities and includes key data of interest to the campus community, including the number and types of complaints the UCI Police Department receives.

I am PSAC.

Katie Tinto

Katie Tinto (Chair)

Clinical Professor, School of Law
(she/her/hers)

"Transforming policing is one of the most critical tasks facing our country today. As representatives of the university community, PSAC strives to ensure all voices are heard as we envision the future of policing on our campus and in our community."

Kelli Sharp

Kelli Sharp (Vice Chair)

Associate Professor, Claire Trevor School of the Arts, Department of Dance
(she/her/hers)

"Collaborating with members of the UCI community to hear all voices to support public and community public safety reform is paramount for an inclusive community."

Gwen Black

Gwendolyn Black

Director, Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action
(Gwen/she/her)

"Equality, equity and inclusion are essential to my identity and my career. As a director in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Diversity, I collaborate with partners across UCI to break down barriers, mitigate implicit bias, and build a community of respect, equal opportunity, and accessibility. Communication and consideration are key for all to thrive."

Naja Spotsworth Christmas

Naja Spotsworth Christmas

Housing, Graduate
(she/her/hers)

"As a representative of the Graduate Students Residents Council, it is my responsibility to actively work toward creating an environment of safety and success for my fellow Anteaters. UCI is our home! It should be the embodiment of inclusion and equity while offering students a transformative experience. This cannot be achieved without UCI first offering a space of protection. I will assist in ensuring UCI is that and more."

William Harrington

William Harrington

Underground Scholars

"I am a member of UCI’s Underground Scholar program. We are comprised of both system-impacted and formerly incarcerated students here on campus. I am excited to help make UCI a place where our members feel heard, safe, and included."

Rachel Hillman

Rachel Hillman

ASUCI Racial Justice Coordinator
(she/her/hers)

"As Racial Justice Coordinator ensuring that all students feel safe, heard, and represented on campus is one of my top priorities. I am committed to ensuring that all marginalized students are protected and included on campus."

Anirudh Mandala

Anirudh Mandala

Resident Housing Association (RHA) President for Undergraduate Student Housing
(he/him/his)

"As members of the student body and representatives of the Anteater community, the least of our concerns should be our security on the university grounds. In my role as the President of RHA, I am dedicated to realizing a concept of campus security that prioritizes fairness, and inclusivity, and reflects the diverse composition of our student, staff, and faculty populations."

Sofia Okuma

Sofia Okuma

Criminology, Law and Society, Undergraduate
(she/her/hers)

"As a student and woman on campus, I want to emphasize the importance of creating a safe campus environment for everyone. I am devoted to having everyone's voice heard equally insuring that they feel represented and that their concerns are taken care of."

Hobart Taylor

Hobart Taylor

Chairman, Homeowner Representative Board (HRB), University Hills

"I am the Chair of the Homeowner Representative Board (HRB), University Hills, representing over 4,000 residents who participate in UCI's housing program for faculty, staff, and their families. Our homes are adjacent to campus. I am also Jazz Director at UCI's radio station, KUCI 88.9 FM/KUCI.org."