Spring 2026 Winner: Kaitlyn Gibbons
The Syracuse University Department of Public Safety is proud to recognize Crime, Threat, and Risk Analyst Kaitlyn Gibbons with the Employee Recognition Award for January to April 2026.
Kaitlyn works out of the Central New York Crime Analysis Center, where she serves as a critical link between regional law enforcement intelligence and the safety of the Syracuse University campus. Her work spans crime analysis, threat assessment, and investigative support, much of it happening behind the scenes, but with an impact that is felt across the entire department.
This academic year alone, Kaitlyn’s work distributing attempt-to-identify and pattern bulletins contributed directly to multiple case resolutions. Her efforts also kept officers informed of criminal activity in the surrounding community and led to the identification of crime trends that proved essential in several investigations.
Between January and April 2026, her analytical work played a meaningful role in several investigations. She identified connections between separate incidents that linked local criminal activity to cases already under investigation, and in multiple instances provided investigators with timely intelligence that moved cases forward. In one instance, her quick work led to properly identifying a suspect who had provided false information to officers.
In addition to supporting active investigations, Kaitlyn conducts threat assessments for major campus events and uses resources to proactively identify and monitor potential threats to the campus community.
She also made a strong impression during a recent external review of departmental operations, providing thorough and accurate responses that reflected the professionalism and effectiveness of DPS as a whole.
Kaitlyn’s dedication, initiative, and commitment to keeping the Syracuse University community safe make her a truly deserving recipient of this recognition. DPS is proud to have her as part of the team.
Congratulations, Kaitlyn.
Past Winners
- Spring 2026 (Jan. – April) – Kaitlyn Gibbons
- Fall 2025 (Sept. – Dec.) – Officer Alexandria Payne