Across U.S. higher education, students’ sense of safety is shaped by how administrative authority is exercised on campus. University police departments (UPDs) propose to offer community-centered services, yet their powers have grown significantly, blurring the line between on-site security and the wider U.S. carceral state. It follows that UPDs’ disciplinary patterns are marked by reports of racial bias against Black and Brown students. This project seeks to highlight student perspectives on improving UMass’ campus safety, particularly through restorative pathways. An online survey asked participants questions about: (1) their experiences with police presence on campus and (2) their visions for more care-based alternatives. In Spring 2026, collected responses will guide an art build to be exhibited at UMass. Cumulatively, it is an effort to spark dialogue about how to disrupt criminalization in academic contexts, replacing it with relational practices that prioritize student health and well-being.