The Importance of Security on College Campus

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a The Importance of Security on College Campus by Dr. Michael Barbieri | Jul 19, 2022 | Dr. Michael Barbieri, Michael Barbieri PhD

In 2020, the number of crimes reported at colleges and universities increased by two percent. These alarming numbers compel us to rethink the value of campus safety. It’s also important to remember that student life is at the core of campus safety. To address the issue of campus safety, the government has enacted various laws and regulations. These regulations and rules are also tied to federal grants, such as Title IV. To ensure that colleges follow these rules, they should regularly update their operations.

Current Campus Law and Regulations Title IX requires colleges to address discrimination in education programs and activities. The Clery Act requires colleges to provide annual statistics on 몭re and crime on their campus. The Violence Against Women Act also requires colleges to address the issue of sexual assault.

Importance of Campus Safety A strong campus security program is also vital to colleges’ recruitment e몭orts. Without it, they


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