The University of Washington police department announced last week the launch of a new campus safety app. The app, SafeZone, allows users to connect with UWPD dispatch and other local emergency resources.
- By Jessica Davis
- October 05, 2018
The state has introduced a new safety app that allows students to anonymously report threats.
- By Sydny Shepard
- October 05, 2018
“We want to see firsthand where and how students feel unsafe on campus, especially at night,” Heng said. “So having the safety walk is a way for us to actively search for problem areas so we can best work on making campus a safer place for all students.”
- By Jessica Davis
- October 05, 2018
Guntersville High looks for ways to limit access to classrooms.
- By Sydny Shepard
- October 04, 2018
The Department of Justice announced more than $70 million in grants across the U.S.
- By Sydny Shepard
- October 04, 2018
The anti-bullying reporting tool allows victims or witnesses of bullying to anonymously fill out a form detailing when and where the incident took place.
- By Jessica Davis
- October 04, 2018
EVERWhite is breaking into the campus security space with its new product, MOBILEGuard.
- By Sydny Shepard
- October 04, 2018
The Safe School Assessments, required for all Florida schools through the Marjory Stoneman Douglas Act, had to be completed by Aug. 1.
- By Jessica Davis
- October 03, 2018
West Monroe High School is adding a permanent office to its campus for the West Monroe Police Department.
- By Jessica Davis
- October 03, 2018
UM's fine appears to be one of the highest on record for campus security issues.
- By Sydny Shepard
- October 03, 2018
Hospitals are continuously looking to increase security, but the accessible environment of the facility makes upgrades challenging.
- By Sydny Shepard
- October 03, 2018
After more than a dozen sexual assaults on campus, Ohio University is looking to increase security on campus.
- By Sydny Shepard
- October 02, 2018
In January 2018, two students died in a shooting at Marshall County High School.
- By Sydny Shepard
- October 02, 2018
StoneLock announced at Global Security Exchange (GSX) the introduction of the StoneLock GO edge reader, the latest innovation in StoneLock facial recognition for enterprise physical access, and the next generation of the StoneLock True Frictionless Solution.
Johnson Controls has entered into a technology integration and strategic reseller partnership with Everbridge, leader in critical event management and enterprise safety applications. The collaboration will provide organizations with a Critical Event Management (CEM) platform to rapidly notify stakeholders in active shooter situations with event details and instructions to help manage the overall response to the threat.
- By Sydny Shepard
- October 01, 2018
The biggest trend in video surveillance and indeed the security industry as a whole over the past several years has been the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) and the revolutionary promise it holds for the market.
- By Jumbi Edulbehram
- October 01, 2018
Nothing is more important to organizations and schools across the country than the safety and security of their students.
- By Jake Oberle
- October 01, 2018
Campus environments experience many challenges when it comes to securing their facilities. University environments need to find the right balance between having an open environment and a secure environment.
- By Kim Rahfaldt
- October 01, 2018
Cover Story
Educators are challenged with not only educating children but also guiding them safely into successful adulthood.
- By Les Miller
- October 01, 2018
For reasons both good and bad, we are living with a heightened security awareness that has changed how educational organizations equip and operate their campuses.
- By Tracie Thomas
- October 01, 2018
Many of today’s incidents, including cyberattacks and violent intruders, are devised by those with trusted access to school campuses, networks, and facilities.
- By Rodnie Williams
- October 01, 2018
Schools and universities are increasingly the targets of both physical threats and cyberattacks.
- By Brandon Reich
- October 01, 2018
The conclusion of the last academic year likely is not one college safety and administrative officials will add to an industry honor roll anytime soon.
- By Rich LeCates
- October 01, 2018
With 18 reported school shootings since January 2018, there has understandably been a focus on keeping students and staff safe.
- By Dan Quinn
- October 01, 2018
The Virginia state government has allotted the money to 33 mostly rural municipalities throughout Virginia, to fund the hiring of security staff.
- By Jordan Lutke
- September 28, 2018
Chief of School Operations Frank Costanzo sent a letter to parents on Sept. 18 detailing that several police officers and dogs could be present during upcoming safety checks on campuses.
- By Jessica Davis
- September 28, 2018
New safety and security coordinator Joe Kozarian said he is currently assessing district safety and that improving access control on campuses is a priority. He stressed the importance of building up “layers."
- By Jessica Davis
- September 28, 2018
The new school will feature cameras, panic buttons, a security vestibule, and an electronic map of the school accessible by police.
- By Jordan Lutke
- September 27, 2018
Districts have used funds to make improvements such as enhanced door locks, better visitor screening procedures and shatter-resistant glass. Many districts also used the grants to fund salaries for school counselors and child psychologist in order to improve mental health services for students.
- By Jessica Davis
- September 27, 2018
Bob Cervi, Austin ISD executive director of construction management and facilities, said the district is working with architects, engineers and district police to ensure the latest and greatest in safety is included in their new and renovated campuses.
- By Jessica Davis
- September 27, 2018