Stephen F. Austin State University’s police department and its Emergency Management team will conduct Advanced Law Enforcement Rapid Response Training sessions June 3-7 at an unspecified location on the SFA campus.
Despite the enhanced police presence during the specified time, members of the university and Nacogdoches communities should be aware this is a drill and not an immediate threat.
“We believe that by fostering a safe and secure environment, we can provide the best possible setting for educational growth and development,” said Jeremy Pickett, Emergency Management director.
According to Pickett, this training is a critical component of the University Police Department’s efforts to provide a safe and secure environment for faculty, staff, students and visitors. UPD staff members and select university personnel will take part in the drill.
The training program is designed to equip law enforcement officers with the necessary skills and knowledge to respond swiftly and effectively to emergency situations, including active shooter scenarios.
This initiative is part of UPD’s compliance with Texas House Bill 3, which mandates comprehensive school safety measures. The bill underscores the importance of proactive safety protocols in educational settings, and this training is a key step in meeting these requirements.
For more information, contact UPD at (936) 468-2608 or updemail@sfasu.edu.
ABOUT STEPHEN F. AUSTIN STATE UNIVERSITY
Stephen F. Austin State University, the newest member of The University of Texas System, began a century ago as a teachers’ college in Texas’ oldest town, Nacogdoches. Today, it has grown into a regional institution comprising six colleges — business, education, fine arts, forestry and agriculture, liberal and applied arts, and sciences and mathematics. Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, SFA enrolls approximately 11,000 students while providing the academic breadth of a state university with the personalized attention of a private school. The main campus encompasses 421 acres that include 37 academic facilities, nine residence halls, and 68 acres of recreational trails that wind through its six gardens. The university offers more than 80 bachelor’s degrees, more than 40 master’s degrees and four doctoral degrees covering more than 120 areas of study. Learn more at sfasu.edu.
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