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“This subject is extremely relevant to students and the need to always be aware of your surroundings, whether you are in the dorms, on campus or traveling,” Childers said. “A student’s best defense in staying safe is maintaining a heightened sense of awareness.”

It’s cuffing season. The season consisting of sorority and fraternity formals, flannel and the look of desperation. If you’ve looked everywhere and still can’t find your perfect match, the immediate instinct is to go on a dating app. Before you get swept off your feet, consider proceeding with caution.

Using social media as a virtual diary can make it easy to connect with long-distance friends and family, especially in college when the miles between us feel like a galaxy. But, living so publicly has very real repercussions that tend to be forgotten or downplayed.

Whether your ideal concert is Chris Stapleton at Red Rocks or a local jazz singer at Segovia Wine Bar, there’s always a risk of danger when going to these stadiums, venues, auditoriums and festivals. Here’s some safety tips for an upcoming music event you might be attending to keep you safe and maximize enjoyment.

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.”

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.

“At this time during the preliminary investigation; it is believed that an equipment failure during the normal production process introduced water into the furnace of molten metal, resulting in a steam explosion,” Soto said.

No matter how exciting this festival may be, forgetting that one certain item may make or break your experience. Other than obvious items such as your phone, wallet and of course your tickets, here are a few necessities you’re not going to want to leave at home.

“There’s a lot of creativity that goes into football and how you approach things,” Mastrodicasa said. “A lot of the work ethic is very similar to piano. There’s almost like a hyperfixation when you’re trying to learn a song. I think the same can be said when you’re trying to master a football technique or when you’re trying to get in the zone for a game. It’s very similar to just sitting at the piano for hours, just losing yourself in the music.”

According to a press release issued by Cierra Shipley, a spokesperson for Waco PD, Odiong was arrested on July 16 by the Florida Caribbean Regional Fugitive Task Force. The arrest stemmed from a charge of possession of child pornography.

With flu season just around the corner, Baylor is making it easy and free for students, faculty and staff to stay healthy with a series of mobile flu clinics running from Sept. 19 to Nov. 12. This time of year often brings a spike in illness, but the inclusion of mobile clinics provide campus with quick, convenient care.

Pepper spray is one of the most common self defense items — especially for women — because of its versatility and affordability. However, according to the Baylor Guide to Community Living, pepper spray is prohibited in all residence halls.

Clayton, Calif. junior Ben Williamson said he is concerned about the lack of public safety in neighborhoods surrounding Baylor. Williamson said even a small boost in security could potentially lessen crime in the areas that students inhabit.

Running the Line is one of the most celebrated Baylor traditions for freshmen and new transfer students. The 50-year-old tradition, though, faces new students with challenges like dehydration, heat exhaustion and dog-piling over their fellow classmates.

My heart shattered when I read the news about Laken Riley. Her murder was the first homicide on the University of Georgia campus in almost 30 years, and it should serve as a humbling reminder that it can happen anywhere. The twists and turns of Cameron Park and the Bear Trail are certainly not much different terrain.