LANSING, Mich., Feb. 13, 2025 — Today marks two years since the tragic shooting on Michigan State University’s campus that killed three students and injured five. As the Spartan community gathers to support one another on this somber day, and honor the lives lost, state Rep. Julie Brixie (D-Meridian Twp.) offered the following statement of support and healing:
“Today is a day that we hold heavy in our hearts. Two years ago, horrific and senseless violence took the lives of Brian Fraser, Arielle Anderson and Alexandria Verner, injured five other students, and forever impacted our entire MSU community — the students, staff, alumni and families of Spartans across our state and nation. This is something that no one should ever have to go through, especially our children while they are at school. As we gather as a community today, I am keeping everyone affected by this senseless violence close to my heart and praying for their continued healing.
“I continue to be moved by the outpouring of support our Spartan community has shown one another. Let us continue to show love and kindness to each other as we honor the lives of Brian, Arielle and Alexandria today and every day.”
If anyone in the community has a need for support, please feel free to contact the United Resiliency Center. Services are free and people are available to assist. Students can walk in at 1504 East Grand River Ave, Suite 200, E. Lansing, MI until 4 p.m. today or visit their website for more information.
A number of community events will also take place on MSU’s campus this afternoon and evening, with details available here: https://spartanstogether.msu.edu/plans-feb-13-2025.
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