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Georgia Southern University:
Preparations to address potential security threats

Given the heightened concerns regarding security, it is important that you understand the measures the University is taking to safeguard the campus community. Please feel free to share this information with students and/or parents.

Due to the current “Code Orange” alert, the following measures are in place, in addition to the usual security provided by Public Safety:

• Georgia Southern Public Safety is linked to a newly-formed agency, Georgia Information Sharing and Analysis Center (GISAC). This is a part of the nationwide Homeland Security effort.
• Georgia Southern Public Safety receives regular intelligence bulletins from the FBI as well as the Georgia Office of Homeland Security.
• Georgia Southern Public Safety is in continuous contact with both City of Statesboro and Bulloch County law enforcement. In addition, there are open lines with Bulloch Central, the communications center for the county.
• University Police have increased the number and frequency of walking patrols in residence halls.
• There are increased walking patrols of other potential target areas including
  – instructional laboratories
  – chemical storage areas
  – water storage facilities
  – sports venues
  – HVAC plants.

If there is a “Code Red” alert, the following measures will be taken:

• University Police will begin 12-hour shifts.
• UP coverage will increase to 12-15 officers on duty at all times.
• Information will be immediately disseminated to all senior administrators so that appropriate decisions can be made.

Source: Office of Vice President for Student Affairs and Enrollment Management
NOTE: This document was prepared with the assistance of the Chief of University Police, Ken Brown.