In the wake of recent violence at other historically Black colleges and universities, Florida A&M University and local law enforcement are working together to protect the campus community during this year’s homecoming celebration.
- Recent deadly shootings at two HBCUs in South Carolina and Mississippi have raised safety concerns for this year’s homecoming weekend.
- FAMU is partnering with local police, the Tallahassee Urban League, and state agencies to boost campus security.
- Watch the video below to hear what the FAMU deputy chief is saying about the increased patrols.”Zero tolerance”: Coordinated efforts underway for safety ahead of FAMU’s homecoming
Safety is top of mind this homecoming weekend after deadly shootings at two HBCUs in South Carolina and Mississippi earlier this month.
For students like Will Adedayo, hearing about violence at other HBCU campuses is unsettling, but he says FAMU’s safety measures give him peace of mind.
“It’s very disheartening, especially over things that don’t have anything to do with us. But I always feel safe on campus. I always see police, and everything always feels secure. Like, I feel like if something ever were to happen, there would be people there. And they are always attentive and do their job well,” Adedayo said…