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<blockquote data-quote="Dale00" data-source="post: 1775847" data-attributes="member: 688"><p>I support campus carry but there are several reasons underlying stiff opposition to the idea. It helps to know the experiences and mindset of those with whom you are up against. Here is my ten cent analysis of the situation:</p><p></p><p>College administrators do spend a lot of time and effort dealing with immature students. Alcohol, drugs and mental illness are serious issues on all college campus. It is a minority of students and much of the problem is with "freshmen gone wild," but it colors the outlook of college administrators. Administrators are in effect parents who are expected to care for and protect immature kids from themselves. One challenge is to separate, in the minds of administrators, the concealed permit holder (21 years old, background check) from these "train wreck" students. </p><p></p><p>Secondly, there is strong opposition from most faculty. They too worry about their "train wreck" students upset over flunking a course.</p><p></p><p>Thirdly, the legislature respects the turf of the college administrators. </p><p></p><p>You would think that the positive record from states where campus carry is permitted would sway the minds of administrators and others, but they are reacting emotionally and not logically. They feel threatened by the idea of campus carry.</p><p></p><p>The challenge of Students For Concealed Carry and other supporters is to change attitudes. It is a slow process that cannot be accomplished by debating or awareness raising events, although these can be good things. Instead of "lecturing" to people it might be wise to respectfully ask them to share their concerns. Then use the information shared to develop well reasoned, non-argumentative responses.</p><p></p><p>Edited to add: When you speak out in favor of campus carry, you are challenging the authority and wisdom of campus administrators. If you do not have the ability to communicate diplomatically, they will not be receptive. Take the time to listen to their reasons for opposing campus carry and develop responses that are both respectful and constructive.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Dale00, post: 1775847, member: 688"] I support campus carry but there are several reasons underlying stiff opposition to the idea. It helps to know the experiences and mindset of those with whom you are up against. Here is my ten cent analysis of the situation: College administrators do spend a lot of time and effort dealing with immature students. Alcohol, drugs and mental illness are serious issues on all college campus. It is a minority of students and much of the problem is with "freshmen gone wild," but it colors the outlook of college administrators. Administrators are in effect parents who are expected to care for and protect immature kids from themselves. One challenge is to separate, in the minds of administrators, the concealed permit holder (21 years old, background check) from these "train wreck" students. Secondly, there is strong opposition from most faculty. They too worry about their "train wreck" students upset over flunking a course. Thirdly, the legislature respects the turf of the college administrators. You would think that the positive record from states where campus carry is permitted would sway the minds of administrators and others, but they are reacting emotionally and not logically. They feel threatened by the idea of campus carry. The challenge of Students For Concealed Carry and other supporters is to change attitudes. It is a slow process that cannot be accomplished by debating or awareness raising events, although these can be good things. Instead of "lecturing" to people it might be wise to respectfully ask them to share their concerns. Then use the information shared to develop well reasoned, non-argumentative responses. Edited to add: When you speak out in favor of campus carry, you are challenging the authority and wisdom of campus administrators. If you do not have the ability to communicate diplomatically, they will not be receptive. Take the time to listen to their reasons for opposing campus carry and develop responses that are both respectful and constructive. [/QUOTE]
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