Students, parents and employees raise their concerns about safety and security within residence halls.

Since summer 2022, the University of Minnesota has taken steps to address community safety concerns, including increasing campus lighting, security locks and University of Minnesota Police Department staff.

Campus Safety Coalition put up billboards to thank UMPD and MPD, hoping to show community support for their work.

A lack of data blurs understanding of the extent that blue light phone kiosks prevent crime.

Changes include increased police presence, further coverage by safety alerts and updated safety infrastructure on and off campus.

After UMPD responded to four separate events at 1721 University Ave., the student cooperative board tells their side of the story.