College to upgrade surveillance coverage
A mounted security camera casts a shadow on the wall of a building’s exterior. –Photo by Thomas D Mørkeberg
Members of the Chadron State campus community might sleep more soundly knowing that a pair of electronic eyes are keeping watch when others cannot.
Campus security has gone to great measures to make sure the campus is equipped for the best in safety and security, Don Keiper, security supervisor, said.
“We have 115 cameras installed both inside and outside of the buildings on campus,” Keiper said. “The cameras automatically archive video for 30 days, but we have access to the videos and can keep them longer if needed. We currently have eight employees on patrol and 21 employees at desk security.”
Documents from Chadron State’s security, crime, fire, and safety records state that the college has not had any assaults or fires on campus in recent years, but in 2011, there was a spike from previous years in drug and alcohol related issues.
“Disturbance in the dorms, noise, or arguments are the most common complaints on campus, but these complaints aren’t seen very often,” Keiper said, “We have been fortunate enough to not have any attempted assaults or stalking on our campus, but CSC campus security does provide escort service to those who feel concerned for their safety.”
One way campus security plans to give students peace of mind is by installing more cameras all around campus.
“Security cameras are a higher priority to our campus, because they will help us get the most security coverage for CSC,” Keiper said. “Even though there has been minimal damage or crimes involved in the parking lots, long term plans are to add more cameras in parking areas, because the system we have designed is eligible for expanding the coverage of our security.”
There are options that the campus security offers if needed. Call 308-432-6037 for campus security help.