We all know the emotion that comes with sporting events. They can very easily be the best moments of our lives or days we desperately want to forget. However, many sporting events pale in comparison to those in the confines of a college. The atmosphere, the feeling of cheering on your peers in what could be the biggest game of their lives, and the feeling of pride and joy that comes from seeing them win that is hard to replicate even with professional teams you have been following since you were a child are all part of what makes college sports so intense. Everything about cheering on your college team just feels so much more immediate, perhaps because you are physically in the institution and represent the same crest as them, or maybe because the degree you receive will have the same exact logo. Regardless, the passion and sense of belonging that comes with supporting your college team, no matter the sport, is beautiful and will be nearly impossible to find anywhere else.
Unfortunately, passion and excitement are hard emotions to control, and sometimes this can lead to dangerous outcomes. There is a rich history of college sports taking dark turns, and despite the fact that they are just games, some people can't think past the present and what they are feeling in that moment. Riots, both of celebration and anger, can destroy property and lead to injuries, and when this happens the gameday becomes an event in history that will be remembered not by the winner or loser, but by the damages and injuries caused to the students and faculty attending.
To stop these tragedies from occurring, Stony Brook University in New York is seeking bids from qualified contractors to provide event security and crowd management services. These services would help keep their students safe in sporting events and, if an emergency were to occur, help them find exits and get to safer locations. Equipped with knowledge of the building, these security guards can also help facilitate crowd movement and help people get to their seats or find areas within the building should they be lost. Guards are an essential part of a smooth event, and there mere presence can deter most ill will that may arise. If interested in this opportunity to provide safety and security for Stony Brook University, click on the link to learn more. The bid closes March 3, 2025.