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. |
How Safe is Safe?By Jeff Razwick Actions schools and universities can take to increase fire protection.... |
A look at violent attacks on campus
In nearly three-quarters of the incidents of targeted violence on college campuses, the person responsible was targeting a specific person or persons, a federal study says.... |
Behavior ModificationBy Randolph M. Boardman Preventing problematic behaviors: it starts with staff training.... |
School Security Product Solutions
New products/case studies, including: electronic lock and key catalog; automatic door operator; edge-lit led exit sign; and more... |
Purposeful partnership | Fire Station and Instructional Center at College of Southern Nevada
The new College of Southern Nevada, Las Vegas, Fire Station and Instructional Center, a joint venture between the City of Las Vegas Fire & Rescue and the College of Southern Nevada (CSN), is scheduled for completion this fall.... |
Outlook 2010By Mike Kennedy (mkennedy@asumag.com) Continuing economic difficulties will challenge education institutions in the year ahead.... |
Outlook 2010: Budgets are tight, but providing adequate school security is vitalBy Mike Kennedy (mkennedy@asumag.com) Budgets may be squeezed at schools and universities, but administrators can't afford to jeopardize the safety of students and staff by skimping on campus security efforts.... |
10 Steps for Success in 2010By Mike Kennedy (mkennedy@asumag.com) While enduring severe financial setbacks, schools and universities must continue to deliver high-quality education to students.... |
Fire PowerBy Deb Denker and Lee West With the assistance of risk-control experts, administrators can put effective fire-prevention measures into place. ... |
School Security Product Solutions
New products/case studies, including: school lockdown tools; bullet-resistant doors; electronic cylinder locks; emergency backpacks; and more.... |
Security/Life SafetyBy Mike Kennedy (mkennedy@asumag.com) Simple, inexpensive steps to improve school building security.... |
Keyless AccessBy 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.... |
Rebounding from TragedyBy 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 victimsBy 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 recoveryBy 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.... |
Trial and ErrorBy James R. Black How to achieve maximum benefit from security technology. Completely securing a campus environment against every threat is impossible.... |
Standing TallBy 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 dogBy James R. Black Security systems commissioning ensures that security systems are designed, installed, functionally tested and capable of being operated and maintained... |
Emerging TrendsBy 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 InsightBy Joe Agron With school back in session, what steps have you taken to ensure the safety of students, staff and facilities? ... |
Mind ShiftsBy 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 WordBy Mike Kennedy Technology helps school personnel communicate more effectively with the community and each other.... |
Planning for BattleBy David Plummer and Wallace Johnson The "fog" generated during a campus emergency can be diminished through careful planning and sound management.... |
