[Important Information for Employees] Campus Statement on Racially-Motivated Mass Shooting in Buffalo, NY

[Office of the President]

Dear Campus Community,

I have been watching, with a heavy heart, all that is happening in Buffalo,
and I am so sorry for the pain and the trauma this has created yet again
for the BIPOC community.


Today, we mourn the 10 lives lost in yesterday’s shooting at a Tops
Supermarket in the City of Buffalo. We grieve for their families and for
all who were injured, and we send our deepest condolences to the entire
community as they begin the difficult process of healing and recovery from
this senseless and intolerable act of violence.


While law enforcement agencies continue to investigate this as a
racially-motivated hate crime of violent extremism, we are called on, yet
again, to stand strong against all acts of racial oppression,
discrimination, and violence as we seek justice on behalf of yesterday’s
victims.


We are also reminded that now, more than ever, we must come together to
support and protect all who are targeted by these actions on a daily basis,
to ensure that SUNY Plattsburgh is a respectful and compassionate campus
where everyone is safe to learn, work and live.


We must appreciate the differences between us and value our fellow human
beings in our classrooms, offices, and residence halls.  We must also care
for those with whom we interact on a daily basis and those we may only see
once or twice all semester. Finally, we must listen to our  minoritized
community when they tell us their experiences and what is desired to
enhance the College’s efforts to being a more inclusive and welcoming
community.


Above all, we must honor our shared Cardinal commitment to a non-violent,
inclusive, and anti-racist campus environment.


During this final week of our semester together, please know that Student
Counseling Services remains open and available to support those who are
feeling traumatized. You can reach out to them at 518-564-3086.

No single person can end racism. But together, as Cardinals, we can work
toward that vision every day, with single acts of kindness, compassion, and
support for one another.


Sincerely,


Alexander Enyedi

President
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