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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 Modification 

By 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 2010 

By 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 vital 

By 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 2010 

By Mike Kennedy (mkennedy@asumag.com)

While enduring severe financial setbacks, schools and universities must continue to deliver high-quality education to students....

Fire Power 

By 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 Safety 

By Mike Kennedy (mkennedy@asumag.com)

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

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....

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....

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....

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