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- President Kim B. Clark
BYU-Idaho expresses sympathy to victims of Northern Illinois University shooting
Brigham Young University-Idaho is shocked and saddened by the terrible tragedy that struck Northern Illinois University on Thursday.
College campuses should be peaceful sanctuaries of learning, and this kind of senseless attack is an injury to institutions of higher education everywhere. BYU-Idaho extends its deepest sympathy to the NIU community and prays the victims of this violent act will be blessed and comforted.
While certain university policies are kept confidential for security reasons, BYU-Idaho students, employees, and their families should know proper procedures are in place to ensure the campus is safe and protected. Campus police officers have received specialized training that deals with this type of situation.
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Brigham Young University-Idaho is a four-year private university located in Rexburg, Idaho. The university, which is affiliated with The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, offers both baccalaureate and associate degrees; integrated degrees and internships that are tailored to fit students' interests; a year-round track system allowing more students to attend; and an extensive Student Activities Program that provides leadership and growth experiences. It is the largest private university in Idaho, with nearly 12,000 students enrolled for Fall Semester 2007.
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