The assassination of right-wing activist Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University has brought unwanted national attention to the campus, which is known for its safety. The university is now focused on healing and redefining its identity amid grief and fear, drawing on lessons from other schools that have faced tragedies. The incident has sparked discussions on campus safety, community resilience, and the importance of addressing difficult issues openly.
The University of Virginia will pay $9 million in a settlement related to a 2022 campus shooting that killed three football players and wounded two students. Families of the victims are demanding the immediate release of an independent probe into the shooting, which was postponed due to concerns about affecting the alleged shooter's trial. The settlement, approved by a judge, includes $2 million each to the families of the deceased and $3 million total to the wounded students.
The University of Virginia will pay $9 million in a settlement related to a 2022 campus shooting that killed three football players and wounded two other students. Some families are demanding the immediate release of an independent probe into the shooting, which was postponed to avoid affecting the alleged shooter's trial. The settlement, approved by a judge, includes $2 million each to the families of the deceased and $3 million total to the wounded students.
UNLV releases 20 hours of footage from campus security and officer body cameras, including the deadly shootout that left three professors dead and a fourth wounded. The gunman, armed with a legally purchased handgun, had a target list of names but none of the victims were on it. The released material also includes 911 call recordings and shows the quick response of campus security officers and police. The shooting occurred just a few miles from the site of the deadliest mass shooting in modern U.S. history.
A college student in Colorado, Nicholas Jordan, has been charged with killing his roommate and another person in a dorm room at the University of Colorado-Colorado Springs. It was revealed that Jordan had previously threatened his roommate, but university officials did not take action despite multiple reports of conflicts. Jordan, who had filed a request to withdraw from the university, was found to possess a fully loaded AK-47 in addition to a gun found in his car. The shooting, which occurred in a dorm complex, was described as an "isolated incident" with no ongoing threat to the community.
Nicholas Jordan, 25, was arrested on suspicion of two counts of first-degree murder in the shooting of his roommates, Samuel Knopp and Celie Rain Montgomery, at the University of Colorado’s Colorado Springs campus. The victims were found dead in a dorm room, sparking a campus lockdown and cancellation of activities. Jordan, a student at the university, was apprehended after a weekend-long search and is being held on a $1 million bond. The police have emphasized that the incident was isolated and not a random attack against the school or other students.
Students at the University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) are struggling to cope after two people were found dead with gunshot wounds in a dorm, prompting a campus lockdown. Some students express shock and difficulty processing the tragedy, while mental health professionals emphasize the importance of seeking help and healthy coping mechanisms. UCCS is providing counseling services for affected students, and the Colorado Springs Police continue to investigate the double homicide.
Colorado police are investigating the deaths of two individuals found in a University of Colorado Colorado Springs campus dorm room as homicides, ruling out the possibility of a murder-suicide. The victims were discovered with single gunshot wounds to the head in what authorities have described as an "isolated incident." The campus briefly went into lockdown, but police have stated that there is no ongoing threat to the community. The investigation is ongoing, and the campus will be closed through Monday for classes, with emotional support available for those in need.
A suspect is in custody after shots were fired at the UC Berkeley campus outside Sproul Plaza, with no injuries reported. The incident led to a shelter-in-place order, and a campus-wide digital alert was reportedly delayed. University officials confirmed nine shots were fired outside a building following an altercation, and students expressed concerns about campus security measures.
A South Carolina State University student was arrested after shots were fired in an academic building, resulting in a campus lockdown. The student, Rolando J. Ifill, 19, was charged with carrying a firearm on school property, and more charges are pending. No injuries were reported, but Claflin University also went on lockdown after an SCSU student sought safety there. The investigation is ongoing with assistance from the South Carolina State Law Enforcement Division.
Michigan State University has reached a settlement with the families of three students who were killed in a mass shooting on campus in February. The terms of the settlement were not disclosed, but one family's attorney confirmed a $5 million settlement. The university expressed its condolences and stated its commitment to ensuring the memory of the victims is not forgotten. The settlement will allow the families to begin healing and promote the legacies of their loved ones. Several survivors of the shooting have also filed notices of intent to sue the university.
Survivors of a shooting at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas recount the trauma and tragedy of the attack. Students hid in classrooms, barricading doors and texting loved ones for help. The shooting, which took place near the Mandalay Bay casino, brought back memories of previous mass shootings for many. The university canceled classes for the week and is still deciding how to handle final exams. Support and condolences pour in for the UNLV community, with banners displaying messages of strength and resilience.
A former college professor in his 60s killed three people in a shooting at the University of Nevada (UNLV) campus in Las Vegas. The gunman was killed in a shootout with police, and one other victim is in stable condition. The campus will remain closed for two days. The motive behind the shooting is unknown, and the shooter's name has not been released. This incident adds to the alarming number of mass shootings in the US this year.
A 67-year-old professor, identified as Anthony Polito, opened fire on the University of Nevada, Las Vegas campus, killing three people before being shot and killed by officers. One additional victim was initially in critical condition but has since been upgraded to stable. The motive for the attack is still under investigation, but it is unclear if the victims were intentionally targeted. The university has been closed for the rest of the day, and classes and activities have been canceled.
An independent review of Michigan State University's response to a mass shooting has been released, providing recommendations to strengthen campus safety and security. The report suggests improvements in areas such as public safety policies, officer safety, leadership coordination, communications, emergency medical care, victim support, and campus technology evaluation. It highlights the need for a centralized "Incident Command System" and a dedicated Security Operations Center to streamline command and prevent confusion. Other recommendations include upgrading security cameras, implementing electronic building access, and updating door locks on campus. MSU officials state that some recommendations are already in place or under consideration.
