University of Georgia Enhances Campus Security with $1.7 Million Upgrade
In a significant move to bolster campus safety, the University of Georgia is investing an additional $1.7 million in security enhancements. This new funding will bring a series of upgrades aimed at increasing student safety and peace of mind.
The university plans to install 50 more call stations throughout campus parking lots, providing students with accessible emergency communication options. Security fencing will also be added, with a focus on the Health Sciences Campus to ensure comprehensive protection.
Jere Morehead, President of the University of Georgia, emphasized past efforts, noting that “last year alone, the University dedicated $7.3 million to install perimeter fencing, upgrade lighting, expand the existing security camera network, implement emergency call stations and place automated license plate readers in strategic locations.”
Over the years, the university has also increased its police force by 21% and introduced 12 new Campus Safety Ambassadors. Additionally, since the summer of 2024, there has been a notable 77% rise in usage of the UGA Ride Smart program, underscoring the students’ growing reliance on the service for safe transportation.
Rock Rogers, president of the Student Government Association and a fourth-year student from Dublin, highlighted the positive impact of these initiatives: “Students feel safer because they are more aware of the safety programs that are in place across campus.”
