Story perspectives

Deadly Shooting at SC State University Raises Safety Fears

2/13/2026

Summary

Story summary

Two people were killed and one injured in a shooting at South Carolina State University at Hugine Suites.
A campus lockdown began around 9:15 p.m., and the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division is investigating with no suspect information.
Classes have been canceled for Friday, and counseling services are available.
The incident follows on-campus shootings, raising safety concerns at the historically Black university in Orangeburg, South Carolina.

History

Historical Context

The Orangeburg Massacre on February 8, 1968, marked a tragic turning point in civil rights activism, as police killed three students protesting segregation at South Carolina State College. This incident underscored racial tensions and the need for campus safety, leading to National Guard intervention. Today's shooting at the same university revives these historical concerns, highlighting ongoing debates about student safety and gun violence in educational institutions.

1 of 2

Story summary

Two people were killed and one injured in a shooting at South Carolina State University at Hugine Suites.
A campus lockdown began around 9:15 p.m., and the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division is investigating with no suspect information.
Classes have been canceled for Friday, and counseling services are available.
The incident follows on-campus shootings, raising safety concerns at the historically Black university in Orangeburg, South Carolina.

1 / 2