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Remembering and Honoring the Lives Lost in MSU Tragedy

Feb 13, 2024 | Email

Dear Neighbor,

Today marks the somber anniversary of the tragic and senseless killings that shook MSU’s campus one year ago. Though one year has passed, the weight of its impact continues to be felt deeply within our community. As both a former mayor of East Lansing and the current Senator for District 28, my heart remains heavy for the victims and their families. 

I am forever grateful for the swift and courageous actions of the first responders who worked tirelessly to secure buildings and ensure the safety of our students. Their dedication undoubtedly prevented further harm. Following this tragedy, hundreds of Michigan State students, staff and alums — as well as East Lansing community members and Michiganders from across the state — reached out to my colleagues and I, asking us to pass common sense gun reform. The Legislature listened and took swift action to enact meaningful legislation to reduce the likelihood of such a devastating incident occurring again. 

Let us take today to remember the lives lost and the enduring trauma felt by many. If you or someone you know is still grappling with the aftermath of this tragedy, you are not alone. Please see below some resources available to offer support. 

Community Events and Reflective Spaces 

  • ASMSU, in conjunction with Students Demand Action, Sit Down Michigan State, March for Our Lives and the Center for Community Engaged Learning have planned a student day of service and kindness on Tuesday, between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.  
    • The student day of service will be held before the evening of remembrance at two locations: The International Center, located at 427 N Shaw Ln, East Lansing, MI 48824, and the Hannah Community Center located at 819 Abbot Rd, East Lansing, MI 48823. 
  • The MSU campus community will have access to reflective spaces staffed with counseling support in Brody Hall, Main Library, International Center and Hannah Community Center throughout the day. 

For Capitol Area Residents 

  • Community Mental Health Authority of Clinton, Eaton and Ingham Counties: Adults, parents and caregivers can call the 24-Hour Crisis Helpline at 517-346-8460.  
  • The Families Forward Mobile Crisis Line can be reached at 517-346-8008. Adult Crisis Services can be reached at 517-346-8460.  
  • Common Ground: Helps community members in crisis. Call 1-800-231-1127 or text “Hello” to chat with a crisis counselor.  
  • Managing Your Distress in the Aftermath: apa.org/topics/gun-violence-crime/mass-shooting  
  • Coping With Community Crisis: harvard.edu/news/uk/16/07/coping-community-crisis  

For MSU Students and Staff 

  • MSU Counseling & Psychiatric Services (CAPS): Resource for MSU students who are dealing with trauma, depression and anxiety.  
  • MSU Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Resource for MSU faculty, staff and graduate student employees.  
  • MSU’s Spartan Together Webpage: Resources for MSU students and the campus community; list and schedule of events being held on and around campus in honor of the event and its victims. 

Reporting Information

  • OK2SAY: Students can talk to a trusted adult if they see or hear something that doesn’t seem right. They can also report information anonymously using OK2SAY. Call 855-565-2729, text 652-729 or email OK2SAY@mi.gov. For emergencies, dial 9-1-1.  

 

Sincerely, 

Sen. Sam Singh
State Senator
District 28