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After thoughtful consideration, we have made the difficult decision to indefinitely postpone the Campus Safety Magazine. We appreciate the support and engagement of the Campus Safety Magazine community and thank all those who have contributed to the program over the years.

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Key campus security trends for 2026 include the escalation of grievance-driven violence, drone technology, active-shooter pull stations, and the rising influence of safety politics on security decision-making. Mike Gips, Kroll

4 Campus Security Trends to Watch in 2026

Key campus security trends for 2026 include the escalation of grievance-driven violence, drone technology, active-shooter pull stations, and…

Insights January 14
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The murders of Brian Thompson and Charlie Kirk are shaping new executive protection and campus security measures for dignitaries and controversial speakers.

2025 Year-in-Review: Campuses Bolster Executive Protection Efforts Following Charlie Kirk, Brian Thompson Murders

The murders of Brian Thompson and Charlie Kirk are shaping new executive protection and campus security measures for…

Insights December 29
Charlie Kirk Clery Act Event Security First Amendment Free Speech Protest
UC Berkeley is now under a federal review to assess campus safety and Clery Act compliance following a protest that disrupted a Turning Point USA event and led to three arrests. Charlie Kirk, First Amendment

Federal Review Initiated of UC Berkeley Following Protest at Turning Point USA Event on Campus

UC Berkeley is now under a federal review to assess campus safety and Clery Act compliance following a…

News December 2
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Integrating advanced technologies like drones, ATAK systems, biometric monitoring, and injury-sensing garments into executive protection strategies enhances security, collaboration, and real-time decision-making. dignitary protection, Charlie Kirk, SMU, Southern Methodist University

8 Tech-Enhanced Tactics for Executive Protection

Integrating advanced technologies like drones, ATAK systems, biometric monitoring, and injury-sensing garments into executive protection strategies enhances security,…

Insights November 19
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The assassination of Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University underscores critical security failures, including underestimated crowd size and insufficient emergency resources. Turning Point USA, American Comeback

Utah Valley University Plans Estimated 600 Would Show Up to Charlie Kirk Event but 3,000 Attended

The assassination of Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University underscores critical security failures, including underestimated crowd size and…

News November 19
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Campus security should not handle dignitary protection due to the specialized training, resources, and legal expertise required, making partnerships with law enforcement a safer and more effective solution. Charlie Kirk, executive protection, university security, high-profile individuals, risk management, protective details

Why Campus Security Departments Should Not Handle Dignitary Protection

Campus security should not have its own dedicated dignitary protection team due to the specialized training, resources, and…

Insights October 21
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The CS@EDspaces Conference, happening November 5-7 in Columbus, Ohio, will provide higher education leaders with actionable strategies to enhance campus security for controversial speakers while safeguarding free speech and academic freedom. Campus Safety at EDspaces, Charlie Kirk, executive protection, dignitary protection, event security, Mike Matranga, Tim Reboulet, U.S. Secret Service

Campus Safety at EDspaces Conference Tackles Controversial Speaker Security

The CS@EDspaces Conference, happening November 5-7 in Columbus, Ohio, will provide higher education leaders with actionable strategies to…

News October 9
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Protecting high-profile speakers and dignitaries on campus requires specialized officer training, collaboration with law enforcement and additional resources. protective details, dignitary protection, event security, speaker security, risk mitigation

Campus Security: How to Develop Protective Details for High-Profile Speakers and Dignitaries

Protecting high-profile speakers and dignitaries on campus requires specialized officer training, collaboration with law enforcement and additional equipment…

Insights September 29
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UVU has launched an independent review of its campus safety protocols following the fatal shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. Utah Valley University, campus security, assassination, controversial speakers, free speech

Utah Valley University Launches Independent Security Review Following Charlie Kirk Shooting

UVU has launched an independent review of its campus safety protocols following the fatal shooting of conservative activist…

News September 24