Urgent call for action on campus safety reforms
August 23, 2024 | Joint Interim Standing Committee on Education, INTERIM, Committees, Legislative, Nevada
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During a recent government meeting, key discussions centered on educational reforms and campus safety in Nevada. Assemblywoman Anderson and Assemblywoman Hanson participated, with Hanson joining via Zoom due to family commitments.
The meeting began with public comments, highlighting Assembly Bill 428, which aims to facilitate the transition of high school students into college and careers, particularly in the teaching profession. Dr. Brenda Pearson from the Clark County Education Association (CCEA) expressed gratitude for the committee's ongoing support and provided an update on collaborative efforts with the College of Southern Nevada.
Kent Ervin from the Nevada Faculty Alliance (NFA) emphasized the need for standardized student fee waivers and called for fully funded waivers to alleviate financial burdens on students. He also raised concerns about campus safety following the tragic shooting at UNLV in December, urging for a comprehensive review of safety measures and accountability within the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE).
Serena Evans, representing the Nevada Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence, presented recommendations from a committee focused on addressing power-based violence in schools. She advocated for trauma-informed staff in every school and increased funding for training and prevention programs, stressing the importance of properly handling disclosures of violence to support survivors effectively.
Doug Unger, acting president of the UNLV chapter of the NFA, echoed concerns about campus safety, revealing that despite extensive recommendations made by a safety committee, little progress has been made in implementing necessary changes. He criticized the lack of action since the December incident, stating that the campus remains as vulnerable as before.
The meeting underscored the urgent need for legislative action on educational support and campus safety, with participants calling for accountability and proactive measures to protect students and enhance their educational experiences.
The meeting began with public comments, highlighting Assembly Bill 428, which aims to facilitate the transition of high school students into college and careers, particularly in the teaching profession. Dr. Brenda Pearson from the Clark County Education Association (CCEA) expressed gratitude for the committee's ongoing support and provided an update on collaborative efforts with the College of Southern Nevada.
Kent Ervin from the Nevada Faculty Alliance (NFA) emphasized the need for standardized student fee waivers and called for fully funded waivers to alleviate financial burdens on students. He also raised concerns about campus safety following the tragic shooting at UNLV in December, urging for a comprehensive review of safety measures and accountability within the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE).
Serena Evans, representing the Nevada Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence, presented recommendations from a committee focused on addressing power-based violence in schools. She advocated for trauma-informed staff in every school and increased funding for training and prevention programs, stressing the importance of properly handling disclosures of violence to support survivors effectively.
Doug Unger, acting president of the UNLV chapter of the NFA, echoed concerns about campus safety, revealing that despite extensive recommendations made by a safety committee, little progress has been made in implementing necessary changes. He criticized the lack of action since the December incident, stating that the campus remains as vulnerable as before.
The meeting underscored the urgent need for legislative action on educational support and campus safety, with participants calling for accountability and proactive measures to protect students and enhance their educational experiences.
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