A makeshift shrine of flowers and condolence cards has emerged outside the Brown University building where a tragic shooting occurred, leaving the Ivy League institution and the surrounding community in shock. Two students, MukhammadAziz Umurzokov and Ella Cook, lost their lives in the incident. Investigations are ongoing as the gunman remains at large, fueling public concern.
University President Christina Paxson expressed her condolences, stating, Both were brilliant and beloved—members of our campus community and cherished by their families and friends.
As the community rallies to honor the victims, multiple tributes are being organized, including an interfaith prayer service and larger memorials slated for the upcoming semester after winter break.
MukhammadAziz Umurzokov, an accomplished freshman majoring in biochemistry and neuroscience, was remembered not only for his academic brilliance but also for his impactful outreach to fellow students from immigrant backgrounds. His sister detailed his journey, saying, He had so many hardships in his life, and he got into this amazing school and tried so hard to follow through with his dream of pursuing medicine.
Ella Cook, a sophomore from Alabama, was known as a talented pianist and a dedicated student leader. Her community has expressed profound sorrow at her loss, emphasizing her dedication to uplifting others.
In addition to the fatalities, nine students were injured, with one in critical condition. The recovery of the wounded remains a primary concern, with community support actively mobilizing for the victims. A healing process has begun on campus, as students and faculty seek ways to cope with this heartbreaking event.
University President Christina Paxson expressed her condolences, stating, Both were brilliant and beloved—members of our campus community and cherished by their families and friends.
As the community rallies to honor the victims, multiple tributes are being organized, including an interfaith prayer service and larger memorials slated for the upcoming semester after winter break.
MukhammadAziz Umurzokov, an accomplished freshman majoring in biochemistry and neuroscience, was remembered not only for his academic brilliance but also for his impactful outreach to fellow students from immigrant backgrounds. His sister detailed his journey, saying, He had so many hardships in his life, and he got into this amazing school and tried so hard to follow through with his dream of pursuing medicine.
Ella Cook, a sophomore from Alabama, was known as a talented pianist and a dedicated student leader. Her community has expressed profound sorrow at her loss, emphasizing her dedication to uplifting others.
In addition to the fatalities, nine students were injured, with one in critical condition. The recovery of the wounded remains a primary concern, with community support actively mobilizing for the victims. A healing process has begun on campus, as students and faculty seek ways to cope with this heartbreaking event.
