Another mass shooting again shattered our collective sense of safety and community, this time on the campus of Michigan State University in East Lansing. We offer our deepest condolences to the family and friends of the individuals whose lives were taken in a violent attack that is still being investigated. For the individuals who were also injured in this tragic late-night incident, we wish them a full recovery as they and the entire Spartan community attempt to make sense of this senseless inhumanity.
We’d like everyone at Michigan State to know that our thoughts are with them during this painful time and our hearts go out to all who have been impacted by this tragic event. As a Big-Ten sister institution, we too are profoundly struck by this tragedy -- as many of our faculty, staff and students have colleagues and friends in the MSU community. For all who are connected to Michigan State we wish them not only peace, but resilience as well, during this heartbreaking time.
In addition, we recognize the fast-action and dedication of both the police and the emergency responders in this situation, who were steadfast in their pursuit of the individual terrorizing their community.
For those in the Penn State community who need to seek support or assistance, there are various resources that can be accessed.
RESOURCES:
For Students
- Student Care and Advocacy: Helps students navigate challenges and concerns. 814-863-2020; email: [email protected]
https://studentaffairs.psu.edu/studentcare
814-863-2020 - Counseling & Psychological Services
https://studentaffairs.psu.edu/counseling
Counseling and mental health services available through CAPS, which can be reached at 814-863-0395 for University Park students, or at each Commonwealth Campus location. - Community and Belonging Resources: https://studentaffairs.psu.edu/community-belonging
- Gender Equity Center (confidential): 814-863-2027
- Safe Walk Program: 814-865-9255
- University Health Services (confidential non-emergency care): 814-863-0774
- UHS after-hours advice nurse (24 hours a day): 814-863-4463
- University Ambulance Service (identify yourself as a student): 911
FOR ALL
- All students, faculty and staff should sign up for PSUAlert text messages to stay well-informed of the latest emergency information from the University.
- Penn State police can be reached at 814-863-1111 (non-emergency) and 911 for emergencies at University Park. Contact information for police at Commonwealth Campus locations is available here. Penn State Police and Public Safety encourage all in our community to review the protocols of “Run, Hide, Fight,” part of Penn State’s Active Attacker Response Program. As always, everyone is urged to report any suspicious activity to police.
- The Penn State Crisis Line (877-229-6400) and the Crisis Text Line (text “LIONS” to 741741), which are open 24/7 to Penn State students dealing with both crisis and non-crisis situations — including faculty, staff and students at all campuses who have a concern about someone else. The professionals with the Penn State Crisis Line can help evaluate each individual situation, offer guidance and help connect callers with further resources if appropriate.
- Penn State Hotline (anonymous reporting): 800-560-1637
FOR EMPLOYEES
- Penn State’s Employee Assistance Program, a free, confidential employee and family resource to be used as the first line of defense for personal or work-related concerns for employees and their families.
Again, our thoughts are with the Spartan family.
Justin Schwartz
Interim Executive Vice President and Provost
Andrea Dowhower
Interim Vice President for Student Affairs
Wes Sheets
Interim Chief, University Police and Public Safety
