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April 2013 Issue
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Student Safety

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Concealed Carry Not a Major Issue for Wyo. Colleges

June 17, 2013
Despite the increased attention on concealed carry on college campuses, not many students are requesting permission to carry their guns at Wyoming schools.

UNC System to Review Campus Security, Handling of Sex Assaults

June 17, 2013
Allegations that the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill (UNC-Chapel Hill) and Elizabeth City State University (ECSU) underreported crimes and mishandled sexual assault cases have prompted UNC System President Tom Ross to call for a review of campus security of all UNC schools.

Chicago to Hire 600 for Safe Passage Program

June 17, 2013
After announcing that it would close more than 50 schools to save money, the city of Chicago plans to hire 600 adults next month to help students arrive safely to their new schools as part of the Safe Passage program.
 

How to Help Homeless Students

June 17, 2013

Identifying the children and youth who are homeless on campus, providing them with the services they need and developing good community relations will ensure school administrators and protection professionals are doing everything possible to keep at-risk kids from falling through the cracks.

17 N.C. College Police Chiefs Oppose Guns on Campus Bill

June 13, 2013
North Carolina Bill 937, which would allow people to carry concealed weapons to campus events, including tailgate parties, is getting strong opposition from the state’s campus police chiefs.

W. Va. Schools Advised to Run Gunman Drills

June 13, 2013
During the two-day KidStrong Conference, arranged by the West Virginia Department of Education, U.S. Attorney Booth Goodwin urged state schools to practice responding to a gunman’s attack.

7 Students Injured in Explosion at Calif. High School

June 12, 2013
An explosion in the boiler room at Valley High School here resulted in four students being taken to the hospital.

ECSU Security Officer Convicted of Sex Assault

June 11, 2013
A dorm security officer at Elizabeth City State University, was convicted Monday in the sexual assault case that prompted an investigation of the school's police department.

Phone Threat Prompts Lockdown of Newtown Schools

June 10, 2013
Authorities placed Newtown (Conn.) schools on modified lockdown Monday after Hawley Elementary School received phoned-in threat that stirred fears throughout the community.

More Details of Santa Monica College Shooting Suspect Revealed

June 10, 2013
Authorities say John Zawahri, 23, is the man responsible for the string of shootings that culminated in a shootout with police at Santa Monica College on Friday.

Conn. Law Blocks Release of Newtown Photos, Video

June 7, 2013
A new law blocking the release of photos and video from the crime scene of the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting was signed into law by Connecticut's Gov. Dannel Malloy on Wednesday.

Wis. Police: Parents of Bullies Will Be Fined

June 6, 2013
A new municipal ordinance here will penalize parents who fail to discipline their children for bullying. Bullying fines will start at $114 and can cost parents up to $177 for each additional offense.

Study: Students Not Impressed With College Sexual Assault Prevention Programs

June 5, 2013
Half of survey respondents gave their campus’ efforts to address sexual violence a “C” or lower.

Security Guard Busted With Drugs at Ill. School

June 4, 2013
A Lincoln Middle School security guard has been charged with possessing marijuana with the intent of delivering it on school grounds.

Louisiana Considers School Safety Bills

June 4, 2013
On Wednesday, Louisiana Gov. Bobby Jindal signed into law House Bill 718, and the state Senate is considering House Bill 368, which also covers school security.

UCF Plot Suspect Calculated Number of Victims He Could Target

June 3, 2013
Quick police response foiled his plans.

School Officials Question 5-Year-Old for 2 Hours Over Toy Gun

June 3, 2013
Officials at Dowell Elementary School have reduced the 10-day suspension for a kindergartner, who brought a plastic, orange-tipped cap gun on a school bus, to three days after the boy’s family appealed the punishment.

Texas Legislature: Students Can Keep Guns in Cars on College Campuses

May 29, 2013
A bill approved by the Texas Legislature on Sunday allows students with proper licenses to keep guns in their vehicles on college campuses.

Students: UC Berkeley Mishandled Sex Assault Reports

May 29, 2013
As many as nine students have accused the University of California, Berkeley of violating federal regulations when handling sexual assault cases.

Advocacy Group Upset UNC Prez Opposes Concealed Carry Bill

May 29, 2013
Following University of North Carolina (UNC) System President Tom Ross’ opposition to a Senate bill that would allow concealed handguns on campus, gun rights advocates have launched a media campaign highlighting recent crimes on UNC college campuses.
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