July 09, 2009


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AS&U's Security Resource Center

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. Also be sure to look at Access Control and Security Solutions, a related publication specializing in security.

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Security/Life Safety 

By Mike Kennedy (mkennedy@asumag.com)

Simple, inexpensive steps to improve school building security....

Rebounding from Tragedy 

By Mike Kennedy (mkennedy@asumag.com)

Schools and universities hit by disaster need to react quickly so that students can resume their education with minimal interruption....

A memorial for victims 

By Mike Kennedy (mkennedy@asumag.com)

A year after a gunman opened fire in a lecture hall and killed five people before taking his own life, Northern Illinois University has unveiled plans to build a memorial garden on its DeKalb campus near the site of the tragedy....

Coming back from Katrina: An incomplete recovery 

By Mike Kennedy (mkennedy@asumag.com)

A year after a gunman opened fire in a lecture hall and killed five people before taking his own life, Northern Illinois University has unveiled plans to build a memorial garden on its DeKalb campus near the site of the tragedy....

Keyless Access 

By Mike Kennedy (mkennedy@asumag.com)

A fundamental truth of building security is that one misplaced key constitutes a crack in the armor that protects a space from unwelcome intruders....

Trial and Error 

By James R. Black

How to achieve maximum benefit from security technology. Completely securing a campus environment against every threat is impossible....

Standing Tall 

By Glenn R. Rosenberg

Comprehensive security solutions for multi-location campuses....

School Security Product Solutions 

New products/case studies, including: web-based access control; ceia usa metal detectors; campus mass notification; and SAFLOCK MT....

Security systems commissioning: An old trick for your new dog 

By James R. Black

Security systems commissioning ensures that security systems are designed, installed, functionally tested and capable of being operated and maintained...

Emerging Trends 

By James R. Black

The campus security standard of care continues to evolve. Technology plays a more important role than ever before, and manufacturers want their equipment...

Security Insight 

By Joe Agron

With school back in session, what steps have you taken to ensure the safety of students, staff and facilities? ...

Mind Shifts 

By Mike Kennedy

Schools and universities need to do a better job identifying and providing treatment for students with mental-health problems....

Inside: Security 

Stories on: Camera coverage in Chicago; Initiative focuses on campus risks; Stronger security sought; and Who's patrolling the campus?...

Spread the Word 

By Mike Kennedy

Technology helps school personnel communicate more effectively with the community and each other....

Planning for Battle 

By David Plummer and Wallace Johnson

The "fog" generated during a campus emergency can be diminished through careful planning and sound management....

Working Together 

By David R. Duda and Julia C. Neville

Providing safer school buildings and protecting the environment can go hand in hand....

School Security From A to Z 

By Stephanie Silk

26 technologies and ideas to maximize school security and prevent future attacks....

Reaching Out 

By Julie Hall

With ample preparation, schools and universities can be ready to communicate prompt and accurate information in an emergency....

Preparing the Plan 

By Mike Kennedy

Revisiting their emergency management plans enables schools and universities to respond to new threats and changing conditions....

Seeking Secure Schools 

By Mike Kennedy

Violent incidents on school and university campuses force education administrators to constantly evaluate the appropriate level of security...

Crisis on Campus 

By Mike Kennedy

A dark day in Blacksburg, Va., history is a tragic reminder that schools and universities must be constantly vigilant to prevent and deter campus violence...

Threat Assessment 

Different methods exist toward the same goal: secure schools....

A Plan of Your Own 

When formulating emergency-preparedness plans, schools and universities must take into account the conditions and...

Proactive Prevention 

By Don Fraser

A multi-pronged approach is most effective when addressing school safety....

Armed and Dangerous 

Joe Agron

Just when you think you've heard everything! A lawmaker in Nevada wants to allow teachers to carry guns in classrooms....

Essential Security Reading

Mind Shifts

Schools and universities need to do a better job identifying and providing treatment for students with mental-health problems.

Safe Entry, Easy Exit

Bolstering security at campus doors is critical for schools and universities.

When Seconds Count

The main ingredients in an emergency plan are prevention, preparedness, response and recovery.

Featured White Papers

Enhance Communication Effectiveness on Your Campus

Read how a campus migrated to a digital two way radio system to enhance their ability to communicate clearly and securely throughout their campus.

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Featured Webinars

Taking Control of School Safety through Innovative Technologies

Learn how enhancing school safety involves more than fancy technologies. It is a cooperative effort between parents, schools, the community … and the appropriate security solutions.

Crisis Communications Strategies for Enhancing Campus Safety

Learn how recent tragic events on school campuses serve to emphasize the need for adopting, implementing and practicing emergency preparedness and violence prevention plans.

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