BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - As an extra precaution during Homecoming week, Southern University announced its plan to ensure campus safety for the coming days.

According to the university, “In light of recent threats made to several Historically Black Colleges and Universities, including our Baton Rouge campus, we have enhanced our security and response efforts. This includes continuing our consistent communication with local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies. “Blue Light” devices have also been installed around campus, allowing individuals to contact SUPD immediately in the case of suspicious activity or other emergencies. Additionally, enhancements have been made to our checkpoint areas to access campus."

This announcement comes after potential threats were made to multiple HBC

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