CMYOU: Surveillance Cameras
"Do you feel the number of security cameras on campus, which total to more than 500, is invading your privacy or ensuring your safety?"
“I don’t feel like the cameras are invading my privacy. They make students, including me, feel more safe. I think that adding more cameras, even in the parking lots will be very beneficial, especially with the amount of crimes and the recent abduction. I know that when I walk to my car, I would like to feel safe and the parking lot cameras will ensure that.”
–Maddie Masten, Cadillac senior
“As long as they keep the cameras out of personal areas, then I think they are helping or at least trying to help. I couldn’t believe that there are more than 500 cameras when I read the paper this morning. That is a lot and I haven’t really even see them around.”
–Alec West, Washington Township sophomore
"It really goes both ways. The cameras ensure safety by looking for sketchos. I just don't know what I would be doing on campus (to feel my privacy is being invaded); I don't plan on breaking into Brooks or anything. But, that is a lot of cameras, which is pretty excessive for such a small campus."
—Kaley Genther, Hamilton senior
“The cameras ensure safety. With the latest robberies and abduction, they become helpful. I think that cameras will help, because if something looks different or suspicious it could lead to fewer crimes. Even if the crimes weren’t happening, it still would ensure safety.”
–Lindsay Harwood, Monroe junior
"I think as long as security is in mind, they are essentially trying to keep students safe. I don't think there are too many cameras because it is campus security's job to keep track of the happenings. The footage is necessary even if it's preempted security."
-Michael Drew, Midland sophomore
