January 22, 2014

Special issue

Statement from Purdue President Mitch Daniels

The following statement from President Mitch Daniels was delivered Tuesday (Jan. 21) evening during a candlelight vigil for Andrew F. Boldt, 21, who was the victim of a campus shooting. Daniels, who was in Colombia on a University-related trip when the shooting occurred, cut his trip short and will return to campus today.

"Violent crime, whenever and wherever it occurs, shocks our conscience and incites our rage. When it happens in our home, to a family member -- and as a Boilermaker Andrew Boldt was family to us -- those emotions are more powerful still.

"Our prayers tonight are with Andrew and with his parents, who have suffered a loss beyond calculation or consolation. In our grief, we pause to thank this event's organizers, but equally each person in attendance. Through your caring witness, you are demonstrating your love for the Boldts, and for each other in the very special community we call 'Boilermakers.'"

Candlelight vigil held at Purdue

Purdue faculty, staff, students and others gathered in Purdue Mall on Tuesday (Jan. 21) evening for a candlelight vigil to honor Andrew Boldt, a senior in the College of Engineering, who was killed earlier that day in a shooting on campus. Purdue Student Government organized the vigil, and counselors were available to talk with students, staff and faculty members afterward. (Purdue University photo/Mark Simons)

Counseling resources available to help faculty and staff in wake of shooting

Faculty and staff who would like to talk with a counselor about Tuesday's fatal shooting on campus are encouraged to contact these resources for free assistance.

Victim, suspect identified in Purdue campus shooting

A Purdue student faces a preliminary murder charge in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred on campus around noon Tuesday (Jan. 21).

Classes suspended, counseling offered for students

Classes are suspended through today (Jan. 22), and students are being offered counseling services in the wake of a fatal shooting Tuesday at Purdue.