JACKSON, MS (Mississippi News Now) -
Mississippi's Commissioner of Higher Learning spoke out Sunday night on the tragic shootings that claimed the lives of two college students.
Dr. Hank Bounds said, The unfulfilled promise of a young person's life cut short is always heartbreaking. We were reminded of this last night with the deaths of a Jackson State University student and a Mississippi State University student. These are both senseless tragedies and our sympathies go out to each of their families. Despite these tragic occurrences, our university campuses are very safe, with many precautions taken and systems in place to protect students. Mississippi State University's extensive crisis planning was evident in their swift action and communication to students and the university community through the Maroon Alert system. Both Jackson State University and Mississippi State University have counseling centers and other resources available to students to help them. University officials continue to work with law enforcement officials to solve the crimes."
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