{"title":"Campus crime trends in 2026: Hate crimes, unpredictability of crime up","authors":"Halley Sutton","doi":"10.1002/casr.70112","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/casr.70112","url":null,"abstract":"<p>College and university campuses have long balanced two competing priorities: maintaining an open, welcoming environment while protecting students, employees, and visitors from evolving security threats. According to a recent analysis by security technology provider WCCTV, that challenge is becoming increasingly complex as crime patterns shift and campus environments expand.</p>","PeriodicalId":100210,"journal":{"name":"Campus Security Report","volume":"23 6","pages":"9-13"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-09-27","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"149068283","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
J. Patrick Biddix Ph.D., Stevan J. Veldkamp, Eileen G. Sullivan Ph.D.
{"title":"Research-informed hazing prevention gains urgency as federal policy shifts","authors":"J. Patrick Biddix Ph.D., Stevan J. Veldkamp, Eileen G. Sullivan Ph.D.","doi":"10.1002/casr.70107","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/casr.70107","url":null,"abstract":"<p>For decades, colleges and universities have worked to reduce hazing through stronger policies, clearer reporting structures, and expanded awareness campaigns. Yet despite these efforts, hazing remains a persistent and deeply embedded challenge across higher education.</p>","PeriodicalId":100210,"journal":{"name":"Campus Security Report","volume":"23 6","pages":"1-5"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-09-27","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"149068552","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Did student qualify for court-ordered relief?","authors":"Eric Lyerly","doi":"10.1002/casr.70111","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/casr.70111","url":null,"abstract":"<p>A student in Auburn University's College of Veterinary Medicine completed the classroom portion of his curriculum and was preparing to begin clinical rotations. However, the college required him to withdraw from the program following disciplinary proceedings involving alleged off-campus misconduct. The dispute arose from a notice stating the student had been arrested, was on probation, and had violated the terms of his probation. He contended those statements were inaccurate. According to the student, the underlying matter involved a misdemeanor drug possession charge for which he entered a court-referral program. He completed the program, and the charge was dismissed.</p>","PeriodicalId":100210,"journal":{"name":"Campus Security Report","volume":"23 6","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-09-27","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"149068282","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Judge rules against former student","authors":"","doi":"10.1002/casr.70116","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/casr.70116","url":null,"abstract":"<p><b>CASE NAME:</b> <i>Garcia v. University of Mount Saint Vincent</i>, No. 25-cv-9570 (S.D. N.Y. 06/15/26).</p>","PeriodicalId":100210,"journal":{"name":"Campus Security Report","volume":"23 6","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-09-27","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"149068286","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Learn from your past","authors":"Dawn Z. Hodges Ph.D.","doi":"10.1002/casr.70109","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/casr.70109","url":null,"abstract":"<p>The year 2026 is a very important one. Of course, July 4 marks the 250th birthday of the United States of America. A 250th anniversary of an event is called a semiquincentennial. We’ve been celebrating all year. It's been pretty amazing. On the weekend of the 4th, the day we know as Independence Day, there were celebrations from coast to coast. Music, fireworks, flyovers, and flags filled the air everywhere. It was a joyful occasion for most. If you’re lucky, you’ll get to celebrate two 50-year anniversaries of our country. Mine are 1976 and 2026.</p>","PeriodicalId":100210,"journal":{"name":"Campus Security Report","volume":"23 6","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-09-27","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"149068288","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Judge rules against former employee","authors":"","doi":"10.1002/casr.70114","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/casr.70114","url":null,"abstract":"<p><b>CASE NAME:</b> <i>Akinde v. Bryant University</i>, No. 1:23-cv-00551 (D. R.I. 04/22/26).</p>","PeriodicalId":100210,"journal":{"name":"Campus Security Report","volume":"23 6","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-09-27","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"149068284","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Legislative Watch: State legislative bills","authors":"","doi":"10.1002/casr.70113","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/casr.70113","url":null,"abstract":"<p><i>The following bills are being considered or have passed in the state legislature. To express your support or opposition, contact your senator or representative.</i></p>","PeriodicalId":100210,"journal":{"name":"Campus Security Report","volume":"23 6","pages":"12-13"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-09-27","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"149068287","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Searching for guidance: Supreme Court cases carry implications for on-campus searches","authors":"Michael Porter","doi":"10.1002/casr.70110","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/casr.70110","url":null,"abstract":"<p>Every year, colleges and universities confront questions about searching students’ or employees’ possessions, living spaces, and work areas. On large campuses, these questions arise routinely. On small private campuses, they may surface only occasionally — but often in serious situations. Two recent U.S. Supreme Court decisions offer a useful lens for thinking about how institutions should respond.</p>","PeriodicalId":100210,"journal":{"name":"Campus Security Report","volume":"23 6","pages":"6-7"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-09-27","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"149068506","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}