Chief Browning gives update on Zura attack, residence hall safetyUniversity Police Chief John Browning spoke to the Associated Students council about recent criminal activity on campus, including the attack at Zura. Browning said the security system in place at the residence halls works, but it can be compromised when students allow strangers into the halls.University Police are currently interviewing people believed to be responsible for allowing the attacker into the hall, according to Browning. “The university is a safe place,” Browning said, “but it’s important if you see, hear or feel something is not right to call us because nine out of 10 times your instinct is correct.”Some council members asked if there would be more police officers stationed at the residence halls because of the attack. Browning said some would be reassigned so officers are more visible. Also, officers will be knocking on doors and talking to residents to see how they can improve safety.”Whenever there’s a break on the system we re-evaluate,” Browning said. Another council member who said he was a close friend of the woman who was attacked, suggested that alert buttons be placed in secluded areas of the residence halls. He also suggested putting up signs that warn people they are being watched.

A.S. to hold electionsThe A.S. general elections will be held on March 24. Applications are available in the A.S. Business Office and are due by Feb. 15.

-Compiled by City Editor Kim Swain