NIU Needs Answers

NIU returned to class today, February 25, 2008. This is one eyewitness’ perspective on how to cope with the return to class amidst so much raw emotion.

By Sam Brunell

A reporter’s return

As many may have noticed, there are fliers hanging everywhere on how to cope with the recent tragedy. Unfortunately, there aren’t many (luckily) who had to witness a school shooting. But troubled times and events often define our lives. We have to show strength during these moments.

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Yes, NIU needs answers, wants answers. As we continue to struggle toward answering the most clichéd of all questions, “why”, we have witnessed an outpouring of emotion from everyone in the community.

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