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Is the University of Florida prepared for a major emergency?

By Dyann Lesnever on May 29th, 2013 | Last updated: May 29, 2013 at 1:24 pm

That’s the question campus officials and law enforcement will attempt to answer Thursday morning in a simulated training exercise called Operation Urgent Impact.

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UFPD says campus secure in case of shooter situation

By Sarah Samuels on January 18th, 2013 | Last updated: January 18, 2013 at 3:47 pm

In light of recent events in Newtown, Conn. schools are evaluating their own safety protocols. At the University of Florida, police said studthey are prepared to protect students and faculty in case a shooter situation were to occur.