A Message from the President β€” Colorado Springs Shooting Statement
Dear students, staff, and faculty,
On a day meant to remember and honor those murdered because of anti-transgender hate, this nation once again woke up to the news of a mass shooting, this time at an LGBTQ club in Colorado. While the motive of the shooter has not been determined, the timing of this horrific act of violence recalls other acts meant to kill, injure, and terrorize LGBTQ individuals.
Violence that seeks to deny the humanity of our classmates, colleagues, and friends harms all of us. Our thanks to staff members who worked closely with students on Sunday, and to all 91΄σΙρians reaching out to each other. Support is available for community members to mourn, reflect, or address the anxiety and fear that may be triggered by this tragedy.
Our deepest condolences to the families, friends, and loved ones of the people who lost their lives as a result of this senseless violence.
Sincerely,
Anne F. Harris
President
Marc Reed
Interim Vice President for Diversity and Inclusion
Resources for Students:
- Student Health and Wellness (SHAW) 641-269-3230
- NEED TO TALK (24hr counseling) 641-269-4404
- Vrinda Varia, Assistant Chief Diversity Office for Intercultural Student Life, Intercultural Affairs, ica@grinnell.edu, 641-269-3700
- Deanna Shorb, Dean of Religious Life and Chaplain (24hrs via Campus Safety) 641-269-4981 or shorb@grinnell.edu at the Center for Religion, Spirituality, and Social Justice (CRSSJ -913 8th Ave)
- Dean of Students (JRC) Ben Newhouse, 641-269-3702 or newhouse@grinnell.edu
Resources for Faculty and Staff:
- Counseling support is available through .
- University of Iowa Telepsychology Training Clinic (TPTC) is open to employees Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Counseling appointments can be scheduled by calling and leaving a voicemail at 319-535-0437 or email scheduling@uitptc.com.
- Vice President for Human Resources (Mears Cottage, 1213 6th Avenue) Jana Grimes, 641-269-4818 or grimesjana@grinnell.edu