MICHIGAN, USA — Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has ordered flags to be lowered to half-staff on Tuesday to honor the victims of the Michigan State University campus shooting.
The shooting happened Feb. 13, 2023, when a gunman opened fire on campus, leaving three students dead—Alexandria Verner, Arielle Anderson and Brian Fraser—and five others injured.
Gov. Whitmer encouraged Michiganders to support each other as the state recognizes the one-year mark of the tragedy.
"A year ago today, every Spartan’s heart stood still as our community was shattered by a devastating act of gun violence," said Gov. Whitmer. "Today we honor the memories of those we lost and hold each other close as we continue to grieve and process. We are—and always will be—Spartan Strong, but days like today are hard for everyone. I encourage us all to give each other some grace and be there for one another. We will get through this together.”
Flags in the State Capitol Complex and on public buildings and grounds should be lowered to half-staff on Tuesday and returned to full staff on Wednesday. Residents, schools, businesses and other organizations are encouraged to lower their flags in remembrance.
Michigan State will not be holding classes on Tuesday. Events are scheduled for Tuesday evening for the community to gather and honor the victims. Find more information here.
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