Michigan Senate leader reflects on mass shooting one year later
Parent of MSU student reflects on mass shooting one year later.
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Michigan Senate Leader Witnessed MSU Shooting as Parent
Winnie Brinks, the Democratic leader in the Michigan Senate, experienced the fear and worry of a parent as a mass shooting unfolded at Michigan State University (MSU) one year ago.
LANSING, Mich. (FOX 2) – When parents think of visiting Michigan State University, their thoughts are usually filled with anticipation, fun, and football games. They look forward to spending time with their children and reminiscing about their time as Spartans.
However, on February 13, one year ago, there was no joy or celebration. Instead, an atmosphere of fear engulfed the evening as parents received news of a school shooting taking place on the very campus where their children resided. They watched news coverage of the tragic event and anxiously fielded frantic phone calls from their loved ones.
Among the parents who spent that night in anguish was Winnie Brinks, the Senate Democratic leader and a mother of an MSU student herself.
Even a year later, the memories of that night still haunt her.
\”I can’t help but recall sitting with my daughter the day after the shooting incident in the basement of her house, which was located right next to the campus. I remember contemplating all the aspects that could have been handled better,\” she said.
On that tragic night, three students lost their lives, and several others were injured. The perpetrator, Anthony McCrae, opened fire inside a classroom in Berkey Hall before proceeding to the student union.
The aftermath of this devastating event led to significant legislative action. A series of gun safety-related measures were passed and came into effect just this week. These measures include mandatory safe storage rules, expanded universal background checks, and the implementation of extreme risk protection orders.
Changes also occurred on the MSU campus itself.
University officials conducted a thorough examination of the events that transpired that night, resulting in significant improvements. Currently, 82% of the classroom doors in campus buildings can be locked from the inside, a feature that was not available a year ago.
Moreover, a comprehensive camera surveillance system is being implemented to enhance security on campus.
\”I sincerely hope that the university is taking advantage of every opportunity to make all the necessary changes to the physical buildings, locks, and other safety measures. These changes should be common-sense, no-brainer actions taken to ensure the safety of the students,\” expressed Brinks.
MSU Shooting Haunts Michigan Senate Leader as a Parent
LANSING, Mich. (FOX 2) – Winnie Brinks, a prominent Democratic leader in the Michigan Senate, was among the parents gripped by fear and concern during a mass shooting incident that took place at Michigan State University (MSU) one year ago. Brinks, who is also a mother to an MSU student, still finds herself haunted by the memories of that tragic night.
On February 13, one year ago, the atmosphere at MSU was far from the usual joy and excitement. Instead, it was enveloped in fear and uncertainty as parents received distressing news of a school shooting unfolding on the campus where their children resided. Television screens broadcasted the horrific events, while phone lines rang incessantly with anxious loved ones seeking information and solace.
Brinks, like many other parents, endured a night of anguish as she worried about the safety of her child. Reflecting on that night, she shared, \”I can’t help but remember sitting with my daughter the day after the shooting incident in the basement of her house, which was located right next to the campus. I remember contemplating all the aspects that could have been handled better.\”
The shooting claimed the lives of three students and left several others injured. The perpetrator, Anthony McCrae, initiated the attack within a classroom at Berkey Hall before moving to the student union building.
The devastating incident prompted swift legislative action, resulting in the passage of a series of gun safety-related measures that recently came into effect. These measures include mandatory safe storage rules, expanded universal background checks, and the implementation of extreme risk protection orders.
Efforts to enhance campus security were also undertaken by MSU officials. Following a comprehensive evaluation of the incident, significant improvements were made. Currently, 82% of the classroom doors in campus buildings can be locked from the inside, a crucial feature that was absent a year ago.
Additionally, a new and more extensive camera surveillance system is being implemented to bolster security measures on campus.
Expressing her hopes for the university’s commitment to safety, Brinks stated, \”I sincerely hope that the university is taking advantage of every opportunity to make all the necessary changes to the physical buildings, locks, and other safety measures. These changes should be common-sense, no-brainer actions taken to ensure the safety of the students.\”
As the MSU community continues to heal and learn from the tragic events, Brinks serves as a reminder that the impact of such incidents reaches beyond the immediate victims, affecting parents, lawmakers, and the entire state of Michigan..
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