Synopsis: |
Emerging Issues in College and University Security is an authoritative, insiders perspective on the key legal and safety concerns for college and university campuses nationwide. Featuring university presidents and campus security officials from some of the nations leading academic institutions, this book provides a broad yet comprehensive overview of the processes put into motion to better prepare for and respond to campus violence and crime in the wake of recent school tragedies. Emphasizing the need for a formal campus emergency response plan, the authors discuss the measures they have implemented within their own schools to make them a safer place for students and staff alike. From monitoring issues related to homeland security and students with criminal records and developing standards for reporting suspicious activity to complying with search-and-seizure laws, these authorities provide examples of how colleges and universities nationwide are responding to the need for increased security measures. Additionally, these leaders discuss other legal and safety concerns that must be investigated, documented, and combated, including drug possession, rape, hate crimes, and theft. The different niches represented and the breadth of perspectives presented enable readers to get inside some of the great minds of today, as experts offer a thorough and unprecedented view into improving campus security systems throughout the country. |