October 12th 2025.
Two historically black colleges in Mississippi recently experienced disruptions during their homecoming celebrations due to gun violence. The festivities at both Alcorn State and Jackson State University were marred by separate incidents of shootings. According to reports from HBCU Gameday, the shooting at Alcorn took place on the night of October 11 near a gas station in the community. Tragically, one woman lost her life and two others were hospitalized as a result of the incident.
The situation was so concerning that the University had to declare a shelter-in-place on campus, while law enforcement continued their investigation. Meanwhile, about 72 miles away, Jackson State University was also dealing with their own incident of gun violence. This time, a child was caught in the crossfire at a tailgate event near the Mississippi Veterans Memorial Stadium. The young victim was immediately taken to a nearby hospital by police, however, there have been no updates on their condition at this time. The authorities are still trying to identify the suspect responsible for the shooting.
The sheriff of Hinds County, where Jackson State is located, released a statement addressing the incident and encouraging anyone with information to come forward. It's a sad reality that gun violence has become a growing concern for HBCUs in recent years. In fact, some schools have even had to cancel their homecoming celebrations due to significant shootouts, such as the one that occurred at Morgan State in 2023. As a result, the Baltimore school has increased security measures by closing their campus early during this year's festivities.
Sadly, the issue of gun violence at HBCU homecomings extends beyond the state of Mississippi. In South Carolina, South Carolina State University experienced a tragic loss during their annual celebration. Nineteen-year-old Jaliyah Butler, a student at the university, fell victim to gun violence, leaving the entire campus community in mourning. All of these schools, along with local law enforcement, are working tirelessly to investigate and address the shootings that have shaken their communities.
As these incidents continue to happen, HBCUs are taking necessary precautions to ensure the safety and security of their students and visitors during homecoming season. It's a challenging time, but these schools remain vigilant in their efforts to provide a safe environment for the thousands of people who come to celebrate their rich history and traditions. Our thoughts are with all those affected by these senseless acts of violence.
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