Many students have stepped in front of traffic while crossing the road, according to Karie Larimer, aide to the director of security. “Students need to be aware of their surroundings when crossing the roads around campus,” Larimer said. “They need to remove ear buds and not be talking on the phone while crossing the road.”...
Hillsdale students face their mortality every time they cross the street. Between running to class and remembering all the day’s activities, it’s easy to take a reckless step into the road. Because it cares about student safety, the Hillsdale College security office sent an email asking students to be aware before crossing the street. I...
Hillsdale College’s security and emergency management department is producing an informational video about response protocols for active shooter scenarios. Joe Kellam, director of security and emergency management, said the video will serve as a training resource for faculty and staff at Hillsdale College. He also said one of the main reasons the college decided to...
Police officers detained Yacks on campus last week. Courtesy | Snapchat Hillsdale College Security banned registered sex offender Carey Charles Yacks from campus last week. “There was no valid reason for Mr. Yacks to be on campus,” Director of Security and Emergency Management Joe Kellam said. “He walked onto campus and was harassing students.” Students...
From new technology to new locks on classroom doors, Hillsdale College’s security team has been making serious improvements to campus this past year. Director of Campus Security William Whorely said while the college and its surrounding community is a generally safe place to live, work, and study, he and his team are always preparing for...