The return to on-campus learning has been marred by an increase in false active shooter alerts and swatting incidents across multiple universities, causing disruption and heightened safety concerns. Federal agencies and campus security are investigating the trend, which involves coordinated hoaxes linked to extremist groups. Concurrently, universities and agencies are focusing on updated security protocols, including biometric access control and cybersecurity strategies to address both physical and cyber vulnerabilities. These efforts aim to balance open campus environments with enhanced protection for students and staff.