Security
Browse through AS&U's Security Resource Center for articles on access control, cameras, doors/entry systems and more. Read about these topics and more in the latest articles from American School & University magazine. |
Today's School SecurityBy Mike Kennedy (mkennedy@asumag.com) Improved technology and more effective prevention programs help schools and universities provide safer learning environments.... |
Virginia Tech Disputes Jury Verdict (with Related Video)
Virginia Tech President Charles Steger says the university acted properly after the 2007 shootings.... |
Pepper-Spraying of Protesters Leads to Lawsuit (with Related Video)
Nineteen protesters whose demonstration last year was subdued by campus police with pepper spray at the University of California, Davis, contend in a federal lawsuit that the police response violated the protesters’ rights.... |
Editor's Focus: Lasting ViolenceBy Susan Lustig (slustig@asumag.com) School violence, no matter how long ago, provides lasting memories.... |
More Connectivity, Less School SecurityBy Scott Goodrich A high level of connectivity on campus may put students at a greater risk.... |
Knowledge Center: School Security Crisis CommunicationsBy Mike Kennedy (mkennedy@asumag.com) Social media and crisis response in schools... |
Commission Seeks Safer Philadelphia Schools
The city school district needs to do a more consistent job reporting crime and offer more support. ... |
Tackling Bullying Behavior for School Security (with Related Video)By Judith Schubert Using empathy concepts to convey expectations and stimulate discussion about bullies and behavior.... |
The Perfect School Security StormBy Alan Wlasuk Education institutions need to be prepared for the consequences of a data breach. ... |
February 2012 Security Product Solutions
Case studies/product solutions from the February 2012 issue... |
School Security Gap (with Related Video)By Steve Skurnac How to protect student and employee information stored on discarded electronics.... |
Court Upholds Authority of Police at Religiously Affiliated Colleges
The North Carolina Supreme Court has upheld the powers of campus police departments at religiously affiliated colleges and universities. ... |
Safe-Room Designs for School Safety (with Related Video)By Freddie Lynn Jr., AIA, and Carla Percival-Young, AIA Recent tornadoes and other natural disasters are prompting schools to incorporate storm shelters into their designs.... |
September 2011 Security Product Solutions
Case studies/new products from the September 2011 issue.... |
Agreement Reduces Fine of Notre Dame University in Student Death (with related video)
The University of Notre Dame will pay a $42,000 fine in connection with the death of a student killed at football practice when a scissors lift collapsed in high winds.... |
Joplin's Operation Rising EagleBy Mike Kennedy (mkennedy@asumag.com) Just days before the end of the school year, a fierce tornado ripped through Joplin.... |
School Safety: Safeguarding Your CampusBy David Edgar Maximizing school IP investments with emergency mass notification. ... |
Strategies for Success: School Security/Life Safety and Access Control (with related video)By Mike Kennedy (mkennedy@asumag.com) The focus on keeping unwanted visitors from entering a school.... |
School Security After 9/11By Mike Kennedy (mkennedy@asumag.com) Schools and universities have embraced security strategies after 9/11.... |
Battling Truancy for School SafetyBy Patrick Fiel Sr. Schools can use several methods—including technology—to keep kids coming to school.... |
An Exit Strategy for School SafetyBy Mike Kennedy To ensure the security of an education facility, administrators need to select the appropriate kinds of doors. ... |
Managing a Crisis for School SecurityBy William F. Badzmierowski Considering human factors in crisis communication plans.... |
Virginia Tech Fined Over Response to Shooting Deaths
The U.S. Department of Education is fining Virginia Tech $55,000 for failing to issue a timely warning to those on campus after two students were shot to death in a residence hall in April 2007.... |
Ready to RespondBy Mike Kennedy (mkennedy@asumag.com) Schools and universities should have crisis teams in place to respond immediately to emergencies.... |
Timely NotificationBy Timothy Means Education administrators face challenges in responding to the need for timely notification in the event of an emergency.... |
