On December 13, 2025, a shooting inside a Brown University building in Providence, Rhode Island, left two people dead and eight others seriously injured, Mayor Brett Smiley said.
Federal, state and university authorities immediately launched a search across the 146-acre campus as students sheltered in place awaiting updates. Multiple police vehicles and emergency responders converged on the scene as sirens pierced the winter air.
Campus on lockdown
Several students reported hearing multiple shots before campus alert messages instructed them to stay inside locked classrooms and dorms. Brown University suspended classes and canceled extracurricular activities indefinitely.
In a statement, university officials said they are reviewing security protocols and active shooter training drills, and that counseling services are available to help the community cope.
This tragic event highlights ongoing concerns over campus safety. Recent data show that colleges and universities across the United States have accelerated security upgrades and crisis response training over the past year.
As investigations continue, law enforcement urges anyone with information to contact Providence Police. The suspect's description has not yet been released, and the motive remains under investigation.
For students and travelers planning study abroad programs, this shooting serves as a stark reminder to research campus safety measures and stay informed about local emergency procedures.
Our thoughts are with the victims, their families and the Brown community during this difficult time.
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