Historical Events tagged with "campus"
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Mass Shooting at Charles University in Prague
A mass shooting took place at Charles University, Prague, resulting in 14 fatalities and 25 injuries. The attacker, a university student, fatally shot his father before opening fire on his peers. He took his own life shortly after police arrived at the scene, leaving the university community in shock. The motives behind this act of violence remain unclear, stirring discussions on mental health, security on campus, and the factors contributing to such tragedies in educational institutions.
Continue ReadingGunman Opens Fire at Oregon Community College
A gunman opened fire at Umpqua Community College in Roseburg, Oregon, killing nine individuals and injuring several others. The shooter, identified as Chris Harper-Mercer, began his assault in a classroom and targeted victims based on their responses to questions about their religion. This violent incident took place during the early hours of the school day, shocking the local community and raising national discussions about gun control and campus safety.
Continue ReadingVirginia Tech Shooting Leaves 32 Dead
Seung-Hui Cho, a student at Virginia Tech, opened fire in two separate locations on campus, using handguns to kill 32 people and injuring 17 others. The rampage began in a dormitory before moving to a classroom building. After the shooting, Cho took his own life, making it one of the deadliest school shootings in U.S. history.
Continue ReadingColumbia University Student Protest Takeover
Student protesters at Columbia University took over administration buildings and shut down the university in response to the Vietnam War and campus policies. The protests were part of a broader national movement against U.S. involvement in Vietnam, reflecting rising tensions and dissatisfaction within the student body. Activists called for an end to the university's involvement in military research and protested against the construction of a gymnasium in a nearby public park.
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