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Desert Race Highlights Need for Oversight of Events

August 23, 2010

Plans must be realistic and resources must be properly staged.

Contemporary Services Corp. to Provide Security for Wake Forest U.

July 24, 2010

Event security firm Contemporary Services Corporation (CSC) has signed a new two-year contract with Wake Forest University (WFU). CSC will provide security, crowd management, guest services, ticket taking and bag checks for all Wake Forest football events held at BB&T Field.

N.Y. Hospital Under Fire in Death Notification Case

June 8, 2010

Cayuga Medical Center is seeking to change its policies after it took more than two hours for a family to see the body of a patient who had been shot and killed by a police officer.

30 Arrested in University Block Party Melee

April 13, 2010

An annual block party held by James Madison University (JMU) students April 10 turned into a riot that resulted in more than 30 arrests.

Videotaped Officer Suspended for Baton Strikes on Maryland Student

April 13, 2010

A Prince George County (Md.) tactical officer seen in video footage striking a University of Maryland student during a civil disturbance has been suspended, while investigators say they're working to identify two additional officers, WJLA reports.

Watch Video: Colleges, K-12s Hold Protests Nationwide

March 5, 2010

Education budget cuts prompted student protests, with teachers, staff, parents and others joining in at college and K-12 campuses throughout California and across the nation.

UC San Diego Students Protest Noose Found in Library

March 2, 2010

After a string of racially charged incidents, a noose found in the library at the University of California San Diego (UCSD) campus Feb. 26, sparked a protest in which students took over the chancellor’s office for several hours.

Public Education Protest Turns Violent at UC Berkeley

March 2, 2010

A protest condemning tuition fee increases at the University of California at Berkeley turned into a riot.

California Campuses Prepare for Thursday Protests

March 2, 2010

California state academic institutions are bracing for a massive state-wide demonstration on March 4 by students, faculty, staff and parents. The strike, which will involve University of California, Cal State, Community College and K-12 campuses, will protest the state’s public education budget cuts, according to event organizers.

West Virginia U. Vows to Correct Bad Fan Behavior

February 8, 2010

Disruptive fan behavior at a Feb. 3 basketball game at West Virginia University (WVU) was the last straw for WVU President Jim Clements, who said he was “appalled and embarrassed” by fans who threw objects onto the court during the game against the University of Pittsburgh.

10 Advantages of Bicycle Patrols

January 1, 2010

Improved community relations, cost savings, faster officer response times and environmental benefits are just some of the reasons campuses are putting their public safety officers on bikes.

UCLA Protesters Allege Excessive Force

December 7, 2009

UCLA campus police are under investigation after protesters involved in recent tuition hike demonstrations said unnecessary force was used against them.

Massive Protests Erupt After UC Fee Hike

November 24, 2009

A three-day student occupation at UC Santa Cruz has ended after nearly 70 students surrendered the administration building they had occupied. Other student protests erupted at UCLA and UC Berkeley.

Campuses, Regulators Partner to Curb Binge Drinking

October 13, 2009

In an effort to reduce binge drinking, over consumption and drunk driving, campus safety officers told Campus Safety magazine they’re working closer with alcohol-control officials to implement compliance checks, shoulder-tap enforcement and “cops in shops” patrols.

Football Riot Prompts Security Changes in Okla. School District

September 18, 2009

Following several fights that left quite a few people injured during a football game between Booker T. Washington High School and East Central High School, Tulsa Public Schools (TPS) has announced several security changes for football games throughout the district, reports KJRH.com.

Changing Game Day Culture

September 1, 2009

Enforcing alcohol laws, implementing effective celebration management strategies and encouraging good sportsmanship help Ohio State prevent post-game riots and foster good fan behavior.

Real-World Alternatives to Deadly Force

May 1, 2008

Campus public safety departments may find that less lethal weapons are particularly appropriate for their communities. The latest offerings, listed here, are some of the more effective solutions available on the market.

Don't Drop the Ball When It Comes to Event Security

November 1, 2007

Athletic events, commencement exercises and homecoming celebrations are major events at educational institutions that require a cost-effective, systematic approach to mitigating undesirable incidents. The best approach is to develop a security plan based upon a comprehensive risk assessment.

On Patrol: Events Done Right

July 1, 2007

Planning and community relations are just some of the ways USC’s Chief Carey Drayton keeps campus activities rewarding and positive experiences for all involved.

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