When it comes to deciding whether a situation merits immediate notification, Alert Carolina doesn’t have the best track record. But last Saturday marked an improvement.
Since there was no immediate danger to students, UNC’s Department of Public Safety showed good judgment by not sending a text message alert.
We’re glad DPS listened to students’ complaints after failing to notify the campus about a rape last month. We’re equally glad they managed not to let that concern translate into future overreactions.
The incident could have led to an overzealous response. But they found a happy medium between keeping students in the dark and causing unnecessary alarm.
It’s refreshing to see that students’ concerns are taken seriously. Last Saturday, Alert Carolina succeeded not only in making us feel informed, but also — most importantly — in making us feel safe.
