Why Campus Gun Policies and Regulations Are Shaping College Enrollment Decisions and How OPENGATE Helps

Campus safety is a growing priority for students, and gun policies and regulations are playing a bigger role than ever in college enrollment decisions. According to the 2024 Lumina Foundation-Gallup State of Higher Education Study: 81% of current and prospective students say a college’s firearm policy influences their decision to enroll 80% say gun laws […]
Graduations Have Wrapped Up, How Did Your College Do?

As caps flew and cameras flashed across campuses nationwide, one important question remains for college administrators, event staff, and public safety teams: How did your venue handle safety during graduation? With thousands of family members, faculty, and students gathered in one place, commencement ceremonies are high-pressure environments for both celebration and security. Schools like the […]
Safer College Football Stadiums Start at the Gate

College football stadiums are reaching new levels of capacity. In 2024, 31 FBS programs averaged 100% or more in attendance, according to D1.ticker. The biggest crowds belonged to: Michigan: 110,548 fans per game (102.74% capacity) – Michigan Stadium (Ann Arbor, MI) Penn State: 108,379 fans per game (101.70% capacity) – Beaver Stadium (University Park, PA) […]