Public Safety
Two Men Inappropriately Kiss Students At Kendall Campus, According To Public Safety
Kendall Campus public safety officials said two different men assaulted female students in two separate incidents by attempting to inappropriately kiss them.
The incidents occurred on Sept. 13 and Oct. 22. Public safety officials do not think the assaults are related.
According to a public safety report, the Sept.… Read the rest at our website.
Shark Patrol Program Keeps Hialeah Campus Students On The Prowl
When Hialeah Campus public safety chief Stephanie Fernandez started the Shark Patrol Program, her goal was to unite the campus and the public safety department and increase community involvement among students.
Her goal has more than been met. Since 2016, about 250 students have participated in the program, with… Read the rest at our website.
North Campus Dedicates Oak Tree In Memory Of Beloved Public Safety Officer
North Campus dedicated the oak tree next to the School of Justice in memory of beloved public safety officer Charlotte Fulton—who passed away last summer from Stage 2 cancer—during a dedication ceremony on March 16.
For people who knew Charlotte, dedicating the oak tree to her makes sense. She… Read the rest at our website.
What Happens When There Is An Emergency On Campus?
Safety initiatives at Miami Dade College have been under review after a high school shooting on Feb. 14 at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida left 17 dead.
The College’s behavioral threat assessment committee and public safety plans are among the programs reviewed.
“Following the Parkland tragedy,… Read the rest at our website.
New Public Safety Chief At Kendall Campus
Richard Spotts has been hired as the new public safety chief at Kendall Campus. He started the position Oct. 23.
Spotts retired from law enforcement with more than 34 years of service. His most recent position was police lieutenant at the Seminole Police Department.
“In this position, I plan… Read the rest at our website.
Wolfson Campus Welcomes New Top Cop
Jose Gonzalez has been selected as the new public safety chief at Wolfson Campus. He started his position on Aug. 14.
Gonzalez retired from the law enforcement field with more than 30 years of service. His most recent position was deputy commander with the Miami Police Department’s Special Investigations… Read the rest at our website.
Beloved North Campus Public Safety Officer Passes Away
Charlotte Fulton was everybody’s auntie.
To her students. Her co-workers. Her friends.
Fulton left an indelible mark on the lives she touched.
She died on July 19 of Stage 2 lung cancer. Fulton was 53.
“Deep down inside, I still miss her,” said her husband of almost 29 years,… Read the rest at our website.
The Snake Charmer: Public Safety Officer Breeds His Love For Snakes
When a black racer snake was found roaming around Kendall Campus’ building K three months ago, the campus’ Public Safety Department knew exactly whom to call to catch the slithery creature.
They sought the experience of John Dalton, a 67-year-old, 5-foot-9 inch stoutly built, tattooed public safety officer, who… Read the rest at our website.
Miami Dade College To Implement New Safety App
On Sept. 26, to kick-off Public Safety Week, Miami Dade College will launch LiveSafe, a free mobile app for students, faculty, staff and parents to enhance public safety on campus.
Once users enable their location and choose MDC as their organization, the app’s GPS will recognize the user’s location… Read the rest at our website.