Schools, universities and colleges have always viewed safety as a high priority. These institutions are the keepers of our society’s most valuable asset: our future.
- By Robert Harper
- Jan 01, 2015
Traditional panic buttons can be effective, but require a wired connection to an access control or intrusion system limiting where they are placed.
- By Patrick V. Fiel Sr.
- Jan 01, 2015
Campus safety is fast becoming a prerequisite for students and their families when they explore options for higher education.
- By John Bartolac
- Jan 01, 2015
Security and safety in residential halls is a top priority for college campuses of any size today. Students move into dorm rooms and on-campus housing with personal property of considerable value, including computers and other electronics.
- By Ann Geissler Timme
- Jan 01, 2015
Emergencies that compromise safety on college campuses and universities are an unfortunate reality today.
- By Nick Mirisis
- Jan 01, 2015
In the past year, we’ve seen a number of trends emerge in campus security at both the higher education and K-12 level, as U.S. school districts and universities enhance their security measures.
- By Bill Moran
- Jan 01, 2015
In an effort to serve its students, the university recently conducted a pilot program with HID Global of Austin, Texas in which approximately 15 participants used their smartphones to open doors at one or more of six possible campus entry points, including one parking garage.
- By Deb Spitler
- Jan 01, 2015
Today, traditional alarm and security monitoring services protect roughly 15 percent of American homes and a handful of rental units.
Pakistani militant group stormed military-operated school in Peshawar, opened fire, mostly killing students. (WARNING: Disturbing recollection from 16-year-old student included.)
- By Ginger Hill
- Dec 16, 2014
This is roughly half of the specimens the university had in a collection.
- By Matt Holden
- Dec 03, 2014
Florida State University police killed the shooter.
- By Matt Holden
- Nov 20, 2014
A teacher tried to stop a teen gunman from shooting himself.
- By Matt Holden
- Nov 13, 2014
Dana Loesch was scheduled to speak about her new book ‘Hands Off My Gun’
- By Matt Holden
- Nov 04, 2014
A few years ago, Tarrant County College
knew its growth had outpaced its existing key
system. The key manufacturer advised that an
entirely new system was needed to handle the
college’s more than 10,000 doors. This led to a
broader investigation of solutions.
- By Ann Geissler Timme
- Nov 03, 2014
Each year, college campuses across the country are faced with new security and safety challenges. Campus police and security departments need to adapt to these challenges by implementing new strategies and/or infrastructure.
- By Samuel Shanes
- Nov 03, 2014
An independent, nationwide survey in October 2013 sponsored by United Technologies Corp. and the U.S. Green Building Council’s Center for Green Schools revealed that nine out of 10 Americans believe it’s time for the nation to invest in transforming aging school facilities into 21st century learning environments.
- By Brett St. Pierre
- Nov 03, 2014
The security industry is huge, and I often depend upon others to send me leads and tips about possible stories. This is the case with education and security, as the two go hand-in-hand.
- By Ralph C. Jensen
- Nov 03, 2014
The educational community of Garfield Public Schools (GPS) in New Jersey believes that the ultimate goal of each school is to provide intellectual experiences within the context of a multicultural setting.
- By Mary Wilbur
- Nov 03, 2014
Securing schools and campuses across our nation has become top-of-mind over the last few years. From lockdowns to campus shootings, no school can avoid the threat of violence that can take place on school grounds without the proper security in place.
- By Gabriel Schonzeit
- Nov 03, 2014
Located in Maryville, Tenn., the Clayton Bradley Academy first opened its doors as a yearround K-6 school in July of 2013. Now, in its second year, the school has expanded to Pre-K through 9th grade.
- By Grant Woods
- Nov 03, 2014