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Discuss “Closing gaps in campus security”

In light of two recent, brazen crimes on and around campus (the September 25 robbery of a student in a University Center bathroom and the October 1 assault of two students cutting through the WQED parking lot), the Carnegie Mellon community should discuss how it can close certain gaps in its security practices.

The security of buildings on and off campus is inconsistent. The University Center and many academic buildings maintain very high safety standards 24 hours a day. They are well lit, and require Carnegie Mellon ID to enter after hours. As popular spots on campus, they are constantly occupied, if only by Facilities Management Services workers.

However, other buildings don’t follow this example. Margaret Morrison is open 24 hours a...

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