To be in compliance with state law that took effect Aug. 1, 2017, Collin College has implemented new policies regarding the carrying of concealed handguns on its campuses. District officials are confident that the policies will maintain safe environments for students, faculty and staff, while respecting the rights of legally-armed individuals to carry on campus.
Collin College’s policy, approved by the Collin College Board of Trustees, reflects recommendations from the Texas Association of School Boards and input from faculty and staff, and consideration of other colleges’ policies. Guidelines governing the concealed carrying of a handgun fall under a revised policy governing weapons of all types, CHF (LOCAL).
“Collin College and the Board of Trustees have worked diligently to ensure a safe environment for students, faculty, staff, and visitors, while also respecting the rights of people who are licensed to carry a handgun,” said Collin College District President Dr. Neil Matkin. “We believe that the commonsense measures put in place by this policy are the best way to satisfy state law and maintain campuses where our students, staff, and faculty feel safe.”