BCCLT, Inc. CEO Lectures on Safety Technology of the 21st Century at ACUTA Conference
BCCLT, Inc. CEO L. Thomas Sorrell talks about how technologies of the 21st century improved security at the University of Kentucky at the ACUTA conference.
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ACUTA Special Sunday Workshop Sheds Light on College Network Complications & Solutions
Summary: Networking director Peter Morrissey covers a workshop on network challenges and how to solve them.
Stonehill College Arms Campus with Security Cameras for Increased Safety
To cut back on campus crime, Stonehill College installed over 55 security cameras in areas including near the campus quad, residency halls and parking lots.
Beat the Breach: How to Strengthen Your College’s Network Security
Just because a college has its physical security squared away doesn’t mean their cybersecurity is up to par. Network experts reveal why college networks are juicy targets for hackers, and how schools can tighten network security before a fresh attack. Experts say that colleges should accept breaches as they come, but learn to harden their defenses, increase interoperability and react immediately to cut a threat off at its source.
3 Features Security Cameras Need to be Efficient In Case of an Active Shooter
A regular video surveillance camera system might not be enough during an active shooting. Brian Armes and Guy Bliesner, co-founders of Educators Eyes, weigh on the top three features security cameras need to be equipped with to stay ahead of the bad guys.
4 Things to Follow When Selecting an Emergency Mass Notification System
Emergency notification expert Jamie Underwood covers 4 key tips when picking a notification system for your college, including integration, notification coverage, alerting and notifying, and code compliance
Lock and Life Safety Code Considerations for Campuses
When considering security methods, campuses must be familiar with the code requirements that are in place to protect students, staff members and other occupants. The major codes colleges need to focus on entail life safety, fire protection, electrified hardware, and more. Even though they are lengthy, these codes are put in place to impact the devices used to secure doors. An understanding of the codes will help to ensure the selection of code-compliant security methods.
Facebook & Free Speech: When Colleges Cross the Line
When colleges don’t know how to react to or support their students’ social media usage, the relationship sours between the two. One example of this is found in the case of the University of Tulsa, where one student was suspended for Facebook comments that he was tagged in, but did not post himself. Freedom of expression expert Will Creeley from the Foundation for Individual Rights Education weighs in on college students’ expression on social media and how colleges can support students’ self-expression. He also offers tips to increase this support, which include keeping negative comments about a college on social media public, encouraging a conversation between college administrators and students about social media, and learning from other colleges’ mistakes with social media.
Eastern Kentucky University Stands up for Campus Safety with School Safety Infographic
EKU designs school safety infographic to shed light on school shootings and promote a safe learning environment for all schools.
Audio Notetaker Tool by Sonocent Aids Learning in Students with Disabilities
Audio Notetaker provides three main features that help students with disabilities learn more efficiently.
