Concerns with security are nothing new for educational institutions, say security experts, but the tragedy in Newtown, Conn., underscores both how important and difficult it is to keep people safe from a madman.
“It can happen anytime and anyplace, and it is an issue of national concern,” says Kevin Wilkes, vice president and security practice leader for Willis Security Risk consulting for Willis North America.
He says educators have done a good job of working to protect students, exercising “due diligence and good security practices.”
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