Updated platform expands integration options while preserving a practical entry point for residence hall security For nearly 25 years, PERSONA Campus™ Online has helped colleges and universities take a practical first step into electronic access control – especially in residence halls, where security needs are unique and credentials change frequently. Historically, the security industry focused on the main campus to the exclusion of residence halls, says Patrick Hill, Director of Campus Electronic Access Control for ASSA ABLOY. “Residence halls present unique access control challenges due to the constant turnover of students, frequent lost credentials, and the need to issue and manage access permissions each semester,” he explains. “We developed this solution to simplify these processes.” The result is an access management platform that helps housing teams assign, update, and revoke access quickly, while supporting the secure, convenient experience students expect. A new rollout planned for the latter part of 2026 will build on that foundation. With more than a dozen enhancements, it is designed to give campuses greater flexibility, visibility, and integration options. The updated version is designed as a cloud-first platform while continuing to support on-premises capabilities. It will remain compatible with ASSA ABLOY IP-enabled locks, Aperio® locks, integrated wired locks, and traditional door hardware already in use across many campuses. One of the most significant updates is expanded panel options. PERSONA Campus Online will now support Mercury Security panels and controllers. Key enhancements include tools that can help campus teams simplify daily management, reduce friction for users, and connect PERSONA Campus with more of the systems they already rely on. These include: One of the most significant updates is expanded panel support. In addition to VertX and Aero panels from HID, PERSONA Campus Online will now support Mercury Security panels and controllers. Hill says Mercury support is especially