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Students Against Gun Violence to host candlelight vigil on Feb. 21
Spartans Against Gun Violence to host a candelight student vigil on Feb. 21.
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B/A Florist provides memorial flowers, focuses on family, community, comfort for MSU students
As the Michigan State community grieves, some are finding safety in a local flower shop.
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Despite an empty campus, fear and grief, MSU essential workers clock in
“Right now, my legs are wobbly … because it feels empty and even though I (was) not here during the shooting itself, it feels wrong,” Sparty's Refresh worker Nurha Lim said. “No one's here to tell you that it's going to be fine because it's not going to be fine.”
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Following shooting, students demand virtual classes
When asked about the petition at a media conference Thursday morning, MSU Interim President Teresa Woodruff said, “we’re considering all options for the manner in which we continue education and research.”
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Here's where to donate to those affected by the MSU shooting
Started by families and community members, here are some fundraisers to support those directly affected by the Michigan State University shooting Monday night.
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Grosse Pointe, Clawson community members come together to honor native MSU shooting victims
Grosse Pointe and Clawson community members come together to honor the lives of two Spartans violently killed on Monday night, Brian Fraser and Alexandria Verner.
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Shelter-in-place issued for parts of Windsor Township as police search for two suspects believed to be armed
Shelter-in-place issued in areas of Windsor Township, just 20 minutes away from Michigan State's campus as police search for two potentially armed suspects.
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University updates on Berkey and Union; law enforcement on shooter details
Officials updated the community on Berkey Hall and The Union, the sites of Monday’s mass shooting, as well as additional information on the shooter.
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Injured MSU shooting victim upgraded to stable condition
One critically injured victim from Monday night's mass shooting on Michigan State University's campus has been upgraded to stable condition, Board of Trustees Chair Rema Vassar said in a Thursday morning press conference.
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Spartan Sunday hopes to "brighten up" campus ahead of students' return
MSU graduate student Emily Damman will be hosting Spartan Sunday, a volunteer event meant to brighten up the campus for students as they return from being home on Sunday, Feb. 19 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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University of Michigan holds vigil honoring victims and survivors of MSU shooting
Following a mass shooting that took place at MSU on Monday evening, hundreds of University of Michigan students gather to show support.
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Two dead in Dimondale shooting
Michigan State Police said on Twitter there was no threat to the public as of 8:38 a.m. Dimondale is 14 miles from Michigan State University's campus, where a gunman killed three students and left five more in critical condition Monday evening.
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Thousands gather for vigil at The Rock
Thousands of students, parents, and alumni gathered at the campus landmark to hear speakers and grieve those lost in the mass shooting on MSU’s campus.
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MSU to find new locations for all classes held in Berkey Hall, MSU Union
No classes will be held in Berkey Hall or the MSU Union for the remainder of the semester, deputy spokesperson Dan Olsen confirmed. The university will share more information once new locations are determined.
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MSU students fill steps of Capitol, protesting gun violence
On Feb.15, MSU students attended a rally at the Capitol, where they recounted their experiences from the Feb.13 mass shooting on MSU's campus. Students described feelings of horror, helplessness and anger.
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Greater Lansing businesses offer support to the Michigan State community
Various institutions in Greater Lansing have offered support through goods like free coffee, beauty services and experiences for students, staff and first responders that have been affected by the mass shooting on MSU's campus.
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State politicians listen to student demands, promise legislative change following MSU shooting
“As a mom and a legislator, I feel like I failed you and that we have all failed you,” Rep. Julie Brixie of Okemos said.
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Students describe hearing gunshots, running from MSU Union
Jack Harrell heard the gunshots. His first reaction was to run away as fast as he could. "It was just human nature," he said.
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Michigan State asks Detroit artist to paint The Rock, fourth time since shooting
“It feels good that I can serve the community and that I’m recognized enough to be sought after for impactful, meaningful work and that’s what I work for,” Lee said. “I love for art to serve the community more than just pretty pictures, but I hate to come for this reason. I take no joy in doing this.”
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2 students paint the Rock to honor lives lost in MSU shooting, cover pro-gun message
When Groeller heard about the new message that had been painted on the rock, her first thought that was the vigil that will be held Tuesday afternoon in front of it. "I thought to myself, 'who's gonna paint this over?'" Groller said. "And well, why not me?"