On the fourth anniversary of George Floyd’s murder, we are re-running the letter USC DPS Chief John Thomas sent to his campus community addressing this tragedy and racism in America.
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Are Federal Law Enforcement Task Forces Good or Bad for Campus Police Departments?
Here are the pros and cons of participating in a task force, as well as three practices to consider if an officer from your hospital, school or university police department becomes a member.
3 Ways to Optimize School Safety While Embracing the Community
After a massive earthquake, a renowned private school incorporated public spaces into its campus environment, designed usable spaces that are part of the natural environment, and developed layers of security that embrace the surrounding community.
School Security Assessments: 4 Reasons Why Your Campus Should Hire an Outside Consultant
Having a “fresh set of eyes” can help identify long-present deficiencies, gaps, and vulnerabilities and prevent leaders from becoming habituated and desensitized.
Navigating Student Data Privacy in Higher Education
Safeguarding student data and fostering trust around data collection demands a comprehensive approach with robust security measures, strict adherence to privacy laws, clear policies, and continuous staff training.
Modern Digital Student Safety Requires More Than Just Content Filtering
Schools should strive to implement a multi-layered approach that combines expansive online safety measures with comprehensive digital literacy education and parent engagement.
Going Up? Prioritizing Elevator Safety in Schools and Hospitals
Administrators must make elevator safety a priority through maintenance protocols, equipment upgrades, usage policies, and emergency preparedness plans.
5 Types of School Emergency Drills and Why They Are Valuable
Realistic and varying school emergency drills empower staff and students to make life-saving decisions during a stressful event.
Keeping Schools Safe: 5 Ways to Involve Your Entire Community
You are most likely to prevent an emergency, disaster, or crisis when you involve your whole community in your school safety strategy.
Higher Education Crisis Management: 10 Things I Learned in My 40-Year Career
An emergency preparedness consultant shares his experiences developing crisis response teams at two universities.
University Emergency Management’s Response Role in Civil Unrest
Just like in an active shooter situation, university emergency managers are increasingly asked to take a more active response role in just about all disasters, including protests, demonstrations, riot and other civil disturbances.
Student Mental Health: Reset Rooms Can Help Create a Safe Space in Schools
When implemented properly, a Reset Room can drastically improve student behavior and academic achievement.
