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University of South Carolina Swatting Incident Highlights Growing Trend of False Active Shooter Reports

The University of South Carolina on Sunday was the victim of a swatting call that reported a false active shooter at Thomas Cooper Library.

Yet another private security officer's dismissal over a firearm incident in a school bathroom highlights urgent concerns about gun safety. armed officers in schools, school safety, Bowen Elementary School, Bryan Independent School District, BISD, TNT Security Solutions

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Spotlight on Higher Education/Healthcare Campus Safety Director of the Year Finalist William Adcox

Check out some of this Director of the Year finalist’s top accomplishments, as well as a photo gallery of him and his department.

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Armed Student Shot by Police, Mesquite, Texas

Mesquite, Texas: Armed Student Shot by Police at Charter School

Three police officers fired at the 16-year-old Pioneer Technology and Arts Academy student after he refused to put down his weapon.

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How is the Larimer County Sheriff’s Office Utilizing OSCR360 for School Emergency Preparedness?

In addition to regularly using OSCR360 for their crime scene investigations, the Larimer County Sheriff’s Office is utilizing OSCR360 to proactively plan for unforeseen emergencies at each of its seventeen…

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Using Campus Security Cameras for Effective Emergency Response

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The Stop Campus Hazing Act: Key Implementation Trends That Could Impact Clery Act Compliance

Boost Campus Security After-Hours with Real-Time Mobile Access

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3 Steps to Make Sure Your Campus is E911 Compliant

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Here are some lessons learned from previous incidents that can help increase the safety and security of school and university athletic events, concerts and other large gatherings. stadium security, event security, football, basketball

7 Steps to Improving Stadium Security and Large Event Safety

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Griffin, Ingram and Reid Named 2025 Campus Safety Directors of the Year

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University of South Carolina Swatting Incident Highlights Growing Trend of False Active Shooter Reports

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