Statement by President Tenny on Las Vegas Tragedy
Dear SAIC Community,
The news of last night’s shooting in Las Vegas, Nevada, has left us shaken with grief. Our thoughts are first and foremost with the victims, their families and friends, and the city of Las Vegas.
Irrational acts of violence, especially this occurrence at a cultural event, are difficult to fathom. The self-expression, intellectual debate, and reasoned inquiry that are our values are anathema to violence. As we struggle to overcome feelings of despair, let us be fortified by our innate love of humanity; our generative role as artists, designers, and scholars; and our belief in the power of art to unite, repair, and heal.
Please also remember that counselors are available to assist our students, faculty, and staff. Students should contact Counseling Services at 312.499.4271 during business hours; during non-business hours, students can contact Campus Security at 312.899.1230 to reach the Dean on Call. Faculty and staff may contact the Employee Assistance Program at 800.311.4327.
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Two colored pencil drawings by William J. O'Brien
Two large-scale colored pencil drawings from Professor William J. O’Brien’s exhibition, Freak Flags.