By Troy Hudson

Safety at SMCC is something most of us probably take for granted. Crime is uncommon here and is almost always nonviolent. (You can see this for yourself in the latest Clery Report, in the Safety & Transportation section of the school’s website.) As we watch terrible tragedies occur in other places, we tend to think of ourselves as safe and secure here in Maine. Nevertheless, the threat of disaster is ever present, and SMCC has taken that threat seriously.

On Wednesday, Sept. 27, at 10:00 a.m. in the Jewett Hall auditorium, SMCC will host a presentation covering the school’s emergency protocol and lockdown procedures. Jay Manhardt, SMCC’s director of public safety, will arm you with the knowledge you may need to survive a worst-case scenario. Beacon staff were present at the first run of this presentation, and we highly recommend attending. The information you’ll receive could save your life and the lives of those around you.

“Run, Hide, Fight” and Emergency Lockdown Protocol

Jewett Hall Auditorium

Wednesday, Sept. 27 at 10:00 a.m.