May 31, 2016
Should Guns Be Permitted on College Campuses?
Introduction
Concealed handguns will soon be allowed at the University of Texas in Austin and other public colleges in the state. James Gregg/Austin American-Statesman, via Associated PressThis summer, Tennessee will begin allowing faculty and staff at public colleges and universities to carry weapons on campus and Texas will allow concealed carry not just on campus but in university buildings and classrooms. The Georgia Legislature considered similar measures but the governor vetoed the bill earlier this month.
That brings the number to 10 states that allow guns on campus. Is this a good idea?
Read the Discussion »Debaters
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Guns on Campus Make Colleges Less Safe
Sure I dread vigilantes, but what I worry about even more is the effect that the presence of guns will have on teaching and learning.
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I Would Have Liked to Have My Weapon at College
I should not have to hand over my safety to a third party. Laws that prohibit campus carry turn women like me into victims.
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Mental Health, Not Mass Shooters, Is the Problem
After a year of serving as student body president, I have seen more public safety issues arise from improper mental health care than criminal violence.
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The University Police Can’t Prevent Violent Crimes
It is heartlessly arrogant to disarm potential victims, leaving them and those they could protect at the mercy of rapists and other predators.
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