Matt Hampel | matth.org

Let me draw your attention to several points in this photo:

Note that the light on the Diebold keycard reader next to the “secure” door into East Quad is not on. That means the door is unlocked — and it has been that way for at least 5 days (I put in my work request 4 days ago). So much for housing security.

In the meantime, instead of repairing the lock, Michigan Housing has installed an illuminated exit sign — between two possible exits, one of which clearly leads to the open street. But the gates on that entrance open inwards — so if they are closed, it would be hard to open them with a crowd pressing to get out.

Finally, note how the “handicapped entrance” sign points clearly to a door with a barrier. How someone is expected to swipe through the keycard lock, open the door, and get inside while in a wheelchair, I don’t know. Where they are to go after they’re inside is a mystery too, for the only options involve stairs.

East Quad courtyard entrance:

Bonus: the lights are still on at 9:30am.