Childers spent 26 years working in government law enforcement, 18 of which were with the US Secret Service. After eight years as a US Marshal, Childers took up various roles in the Service. He spent time on President George W Bush’s detail, investigated white-collar crimes in Washington, D.C., and supervised President Bush’s ranch in Crawford. And just before joining Baylor, Childers was prepared to accept another new position.

“Student staff do not have carte-blanche access to every space in a residence hall,” Engblom said. “The average CL or faculty member couldn’t just swipe into every single room. We don’t grant [access] to everybody.”

“Jon Antunes, instructor of the self-defense course and third-degree black belt in martial arts, said that what he predominantly centers the course around is general awareness and how students can avoid escalating potentially dangerous or life-threatening situations.”

Waco Police Department says choosing a safe Halloween costume is another vital consideration. Costumes should allow for easy movement, and masks or wigs that could impair vision should be avoided. Additionally, it’s wise to steer clear of fake weapons or items that might resemble real weapons, as these can create misunderstandings and cause alarm among others.

Late nights cramming for exams, early morning classes and constant screen time are leaving many college students running on empty due to the lack of sleep received in the constant chaos of college life.