Tackling crime in Berkeley

CITY AFFAIRS: Campus and city officials need to develop a comprehensive action plan to deal with crime, not just look for quick fixes.

Last week, ASUC External Affairs Vice President Safeena Mecklai’s office organized a lighting and safety walk on Southside — a welcome initiative that shows some in the student government’s executive branch are serious about improving student safety. And the presence of a couple of Berkeley City Council members demonstrates a Read More…

ASUC EAVP Safeena Mecklai led a safety walk on Southside to raise awareness for better lighting for pedestrians at night.

Campus and city leaders address student safety concerns

City representatives, campus officials and student leaders coalesced Thursday evening to discuss growing concerns about student safety in the neighborhoods south of campus. Attendees proposed a number of short-term solutions, including increasing light visibility and invigorating pedestrian safety campaigns in Berkeley.
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Put a Cal student on the Berkeley City Council

Students ought to have their voices heard in city government

Have you ever wondered how to find more affordable student housing or make a complaint to your elected official in Berkeley? What if you ran into your city council member in Wheeler Auditorium as you headed into class? It would make it much easier to remind the council member about Read More…