Priority 5: Cultivating a Safe and Resilient Campus
We are dedicated to supporting a secure, resilient and supportive environment across the K-State system. Through proactive risk management, dedicated law enforcement, emergency preparedness and strong environmental health and safety practices, we will safeguard the well-being and accessibility of our community. By balancing innovation with compliance through dynamic risk assessment and adaptive management, we will ensure K-State remains safe, responsive and prepared to meet evolving needs.
Next-Gen Imperatives
Imperative 1:A safe and supportive environment attracts learners, contributing to enrollment growth.
Imperative 2:Safety and resilience are critical to improving retention and graduation rates by fostering a secure environment for learning.
Imperative 7:Proactive risk management ensures the university remains a reliable and positive force for Kansans, addressing statewide needs effectively.
Goals
Strategies
Strengthen emergency preparedness by establishing coordinated leadership to lead planning, training and response efforts.
Develop and implement a comprehensive emergency response and business continuity plan to ensure operations during disruptions.
Leverage technology for emergency notifications, situational awareness and streamlined reporting of safety concerns.
Strategies
Create an integrated Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) framework to support the needs of expanding research and operational activities.
Develop and implement enhanced training programs for faculty, staff and students focused on risk awareness, safety practices and compliance.
Use digital platforms to improve tracking and reporting of EHS activities and incidents.
Strategies
Establish an enterprise risk management program to nurture a culture of risk mitigation, enhance resilience and enhance decision making.
Launch targeted programs to educate the campus community on safety best practices, personal responsibility and crime prevention.
Leverage best practices and advanced technologies to enhance both university police response and physical security posture on campus, including a modern badge access and security camera system.
Metrics for Success
Number of safety trainings and drills conducted annually
Campus safety perception score (via community survey)
Number of physical security building enhancements (badge access, cameras, etc.)