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Friday, January 11, 2008 Oklahoma Task Force Calls for Increased Campus Security SpendingBy David Nagel Oklahoma's Campus Life and Safety and Security (CLASS) Task Force next week will present Gov. Brad Henry with the results of its seven-month study on the state of campus security in Oklahoma. Among the recommendations, released in draft form this week, are calls for increased spending on security in post-secondary institutions and greater collaboration between higher education, law enforcement, and mental health professionals. The CLASS Task Force was established last April in Oklahoma in response to the shootings at Virginia Tech to evaluate the status of safety and security on the state's campuses and to make recommendations for improvements. The 15-memeber group is headed up by Glen D. Johnson, chancellor of the Oklahoma State System of Higher Education (chairman), and Phil Berkenbile, director of the Department of Career and Technology Education (vice chairman). Other members include representatives from higher education, public safety, and health services. Read More Labels: Brad Henry, Campus Life and Safety Security Task Force, CLASS Posted at 1/11/2008 12:30:00 PM | 
Campus Security Changes UrgedIn the aftermath of the Virginia Tech slaying, Oklahoma took a proactive approach to solving harmful situations before it is too late.
The Campus Life and Safety & Security Task Force is drafting recommendations to go to Gov. Brad Henry and lawmakers in January.
Recommendations Bird and others said more and better-trained counselors are needed to help troubled students and those with mental health issues. Some campuses don't have any on-site counselors and others don't have enough to meet the need. Also, the state lacks enough training programs for counselors. Labels: Brad Henry, Campus Life and Safety Security Task Force Posted at 9/26/2007 11:23:00 AM |
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