Winston‑Salem State University announced on Sunday that all classes scheduled for Monday, Nov. 9, have been cancelled in the wake of two separate shootings on campus Saturday night. The incidents resulted in one fatality and three injuries, according to university officials.
Class schedule and campus operations
Classes are set to resume on Tuesday, Nov. 10, at 8 a.m. While instructional activities are paused, campus operations and administrative offices will remain open on Monday, and university employees are expected to report for work as usual.
Counseling and support services
Chancellor Bonita J. Brown emphasized that the class cancellation is intended to give students the space they need to process the violence and seek professional help. In‑person counseling will be available Monday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in rooms DJR100 and DJR205. Students may also call the WSSU Counseling Center at 336‑750‑3270 or use the online platform Togetherall for confidential support.
For faculty and staff, the university offers free, confidential assistance 24 hours a day through ComPsych, reachable at 866‑922‑5712.
Impact on campus events and safety measures
In addition to canceling Monday’s classes, WSSU has called off the remaining Sunday Homecoming activities, including the Fourth Quarter event and the university’s participation in WSSU Day at Emmanuel Baptist Church. Law‑enforcement presence on campus remains heightened as investigations continue, according to a Nov. 8 update from the university.
Students, employees, and families are urged to monitor official university communications for any changes to the Tuesday‑morning class schedule. Safety concerns can be reported to WSSU Police and Public Safety at 336‑750‑2911 or through the Rave Guardian mobile app.
Community response
Chancellor Brown noted that some members of the campus community may have witnessed or directly experienced the violence. She encouraged anyone affected to take advantage of the counseling resources and to stay informed through university notices.
The university’s swift response reflects a commitment to the well‑being of its students, faculty, and staff, aligning with broader efforts to support mental health and safety on college campuses.
Original reporting: Winston-Salem Chronicle — read the source article.
