Dear TC Community,
We are saddened and horrified by the terrorist attacks on two mosques in Christchurch, New Zealand, that claimed the lives of 49 Muslims and left dozens more injured, many of them migrants and refugees from war and persecution in other countries. We extend our condolences to the grieving families of the murdered and to all who survived this devastating attack during their Friday prayers.
We condemn this vile act of hatred as nothing less than a crime against humanity. We also condemn all expressions and acts of hate directed at anyone or any group on the basis of identity, background, or religious faith.
We recognize that many in our community feel that their sense of safety and security has been deeply shaken. We reaffirm our resolve to work toward creating a safer, more just world, and stand as one with our Muslim friends, colleagues and neighbors, here and around the world.
We also want to remind you of immediate support resources that are available to you:
TC-Dean Hope Center for Psychological Services:
https://www.tc.columbia.edu/
Contact: Pierluigi Bellini, Student Support & Counseling
TC-Office of International Services:
https://www.tc.columbia.edu/
Contact: Yocasta Brens-Watson, Director
TC-Office of Public Safety:
https://www.tc.columbia.edu/
(212) 678-3333
Counseling & Psychological Services (CPS) at Columbia:
https://goaskalice.columbia.
Columbia Health:
The Office of the University Chaplain:
http://www.columbia.edu/cu/
Psychological Resources for Individuals (Private Services Outside of TC/CU)
If you are in need of any assistance in the coming days, do not hesitate to contact Tom Rock, Vice Provost for Student Affairs at tpr4@tc.columbia.edu or (212) 678-3083.
President Thomas Bailey