I know this may be a bit preemptive, but I know you guys may worry if it hits national news.
There is a possible gunman on my main campus right now here in RI. I am home from school on Thursdays, however, Dimo is not, and has classes in the building that this guy is supposedly in.
Nobody has been shot yet as far as I know, but I will update with what I can.
Fuck. :(
Dimo!
Dimo's gonna be fine. He's got some sense.
I'm getting a lot of mixed reports, naturally. Some eyewitnesses from the campus say there's plenty of police activity, and no word of anyone being shot. Though apparently the students they evac'd from the building are standing around like idiots. The buses are still running, so let's hope Dimo ran for it. He hasn't answered my message yet, but he's not always that fast with it anyway.
This could be nothing. We have a campus-wide game of Humans VS Zombies that involves NERF guns, so let's hope someone just got spooked.
Other than that, the URI website got DDoS'd, and the phone towers in RI are overloaded. So I'm getting my updates from Facebook. ~_~
Mainstream news has picked up on it. Fox News and Reuters are reporting a "possible gunman", around Kingston Campus, and that the university is in lockdown.
http://www.boston.com/metrodesk/2013/04/04/uri-campus-lockdown-after-reports-gunman/O17dZ3rcFPewtJWw7hb9uL/story.html
"Update: Campus has NOT been cleared. Precautions remain in place and investigation continues. No injuries have been reported. Stay where you are, indoors, until further notice. As a precautionary measure, all classes are cancelled today on the Kingston campus only."
This is what I just got. That means Dimo is headed home. As soon as I hear from him, I'll let you guys know.
So far, it seems to be nothing.
Someone saw a gun - or, as Suu suggests, a fake gun - and hit social media with it. The MSM, of course, isn't getting beaten to the punch, so it's a "shooter". Nobody will remember the mistake, for the same reason people believe cold-readers.
Quote from: Suu on April 04, 2013, 05:30:18 PM
I'm getting a lot of mixed reports, naturally. Some eyewitnesses from the campus say there's plenty of police activity, and no word of anyone being shot. Though apparently the students they evac'd from the building are standing around like idiots. The buses are still running, so let's hope Dimo ran for it. He hasn't answered my message yet, but he's not always that fast with it anyway.
This could be nothing. We have a campus-wide game of Humans VS Zombies that involves NERF guns, so let's hope someone just got spooked.
Other than that, the URI website got DDoS'd, and the phone towers in RI are overloaded. So I'm getting my updates from Facebook. ~_~
AFAIK, based on recent student evacuation training, after a building evacuation they're
supposed to stand around and wait to be counted before leaving campus unless specifically told to leave, otherwise they're unaccounted for and that could put rescuers in danger if they go back in looking for them.
Quote from: The Good Reverend Roger on April 04, 2013, 05:58:39 PM
So far, it seems to be nothing.
Someone saw a gun - or, as Suu suggests, a fake gun - and hit social media with it. The MSM, of course, isn't getting beaten to the punch, so it's a "shooter". Nobody will remember the mistake, for the same reason people believe cold-readers.
Yeah, this is going over the top. Fast.
Due to extraordinarily high volume, our home page is not accessible. Therefore we have replaced it temporarily so that we can keep you updated on the ongoing investigation. We also continue to post updates to Twitter and Facebook.
12:50 pm
Campus shuttles have been stopped and RIPTA public buses have been diverted away from campus until further notice.
12:37 pm
All classes on the Kingston Campus are canceled for the rest of the day today, Thursday, April 4.
12:34 pm
The shelter in place situation continues, all precautions continue to be taken. No injuries have been reported. Instructions are to stay where you are, indoors, until further notice.
12:12 pm
We are investigating a report of a man with a gun in or around Chafee Hall on the Kingston Campus. Secure yourself indoors (not Chaffee), stay there, and do not move about outside until further notice. The emergency alert system has been activated.
NBC isn't touching it. At least not yet.
Interesting.
Stopping the buses isn't good, that means students, including Dimo, are going to be stranded. He still hasn't answered my message. More than likely, if they let the students OFF campus who are commuters, they can get to the train station and catch a bus from there.
Update:
From what it sounds like, some fucking idiot girl saw a kid with a NERF gun playing HvZ and screamed. Now they're trying to find her to own up to it, and the coolest on-campus game ever is going to be ruined. :(
So it DEFINITELY sounds like a kid had a NERF gun for Humans VS Zombies, and came into class with it. When someone asked about it, he was explaining the game and went, "I'm a good guy, I have a gun." Someone in the auditorium, not even close to the kid, heard, "I have a gun." And went batshit.
So there you have it, America. This is what you've done. Both gun nuts and control freaks alike, you're all fucking morons.
Edit:
Dimo messaged me back once he was able to get to his phone. He's fine, and unfortunately I was the only person to message him, not even his own parents. :/
They aren't calling this a hoax, because someone did have a legit concern, however, I think what we can all learn from this is a good lesson of KYFMS.
Quote from: The Good Reverend Roger on April 04, 2013, 05:58:39 PM
So far, it seems to be nothing.
Someone saw a gun - or, as Suu suggests, a fake gun - and hit social media with it. The MSM, of course, isn't getting beaten to the punch, so it's a "shooter". Nobody will remember the mistake, for the same reason people believe cold-readers.
You just articulated a phenomena I've been trying to find words to describe for years.
Yeah, just a misunderstanding. People heard him say "im a good guy, i have a gun, everybody get down!" But what he actually said was "im a good guy, lets have some fun! Get down!" :hammer: :hammer: :hammer:
That's okay, the conspiracy theorists are starting to appear on the URI Facebook page and calling it a liberal stunt.
Because accidents and misunderstandings don't happen. It's always somebody's fault.
The Rhode Island Nerf-Bomber MUST BE CAPTURED.
(https://photos-1.dropbox.com/t/0/AACvIScf4UTjUoinXdUApgm8LvMno12MJ3LBp4Ct2Dqk7Q/12/26953976/png/32x32/3/_/1/2/NEVAR.png/n9T0GxHzBm9Ac0N4h6U4nyoze2UhPBXlB33UpLVbSeM?size=800x600)
Quote from: The Good Reverend Roger on April 04, 2013, 08:55:29 PM
Quote from: navkat: navkat of...navkat! on April 04, 2013, 08:54:36 PM
The Rhode Island Nerf-Bomber MUST BE CAPTURED.
4/4/13: NEVER FORGET!
I'm making shirts as soon as people calm down. A lot of parents are not happy campers right now, and the gun nuts are calling it a stunt for gun control...and people want professors fired and yeah. :|
Quote from: Suu on April 04, 2013, 09:09:51 PM
...and people want professors fired and yeah. :|
WAT
Quote from: The Good Reverend Roger on April 04, 2013, 09:13:07 PM
Quote from: Suu on April 04, 2013, 09:09:51 PM
...and people want professors fired and yeah. :|
WAT
Yes, there is a crazed parent on the FB page saying that the professor that ordered the evac should be fired. Because, you know, god fucking forbid it was real, they'd rather her have done nothing, or something.
STUDENTS REPORT A GUN ON CAMPUS.
COOL PROFESSOR IS ALL LIKE "I HAVE A DANGEROUS WEAPON TOO...IN MY PANCE".
Not enough time to make this into an image, someone else feel free to do the honours.
Quote from: Suu on April 04, 2013, 09:33:27 PM
Quote from: The Good Reverend Roger on April 04, 2013, 09:13:07 PM
Quote from: Suu on April 04, 2013, 09:09:51 PM
...and people want professors fired and yeah. :|
WAT
Yes, there is a crazed parent on the FB page saying that the professor that ordered the evac should be fired. Because, you know, god fucking forbid it was real, they'd rather her have done nothing, or something.
Has anyone yet told her to fuck off?
Quote from: The Good Reverend Roger on April 04, 2013, 09:35:23 PM
Quote from: Suu on April 04, 2013, 09:33:27 PM
Quote from: The Good Reverend Roger on April 04, 2013, 09:13:07 PM
Quote from: Suu on April 04, 2013, 09:09:51 PM
...and people want professors fired and yeah. :|
WAT
Yes, there is a crazed parent on the FB page saying that the professor that ordered the evac should be fired. Because, you know, god fucking forbid it was real, they'd rather her have done nothing, or something.
Has anyone yet told her to fuck off?
Yes. Several.
Quote from: Suu on April 04, 2013, 09:47:09 PM
Quote from: The Good Reverend Roger on April 04, 2013, 09:35:23 PM
Quote from: Suu on April 04, 2013, 09:33:27 PM
Quote from: The Good Reverend Roger on April 04, 2013, 09:13:07 PM
Quote from: Suu on April 04, 2013, 09:09:51 PM
...and people want professors fired and yeah. :|
WAT
Yes, there is a crazed parent on the FB page saying that the professor that ordered the evac should be fired. Because, you know, god fucking forbid it was real, they'd rather her have done nothing, or something.
Has anyone yet told her to fuck off?
Yes. Several.
If she's bothered to argue it, post link, pls. I'd like to see this when I get home. :lol:
She hasn't, but I just responded to this fucker:
"URI alumni here. Someone knows who did it. Find him or her; expel them. Our annual donation to the university can stop at any time."
Me: "So you want to expel a student that could have easily gotten scared over something they thought was a legit threat? And you're threatening withdrawing your donation if they aren't found? I'm sure you've never made a mistake in your life."
Quote from: Suu on April 04, 2013, 09:55:13 PM
She hasn't, but I just responded to this fucker:
"URI alumni here. Someone knows who did it. Find him or her; expel them. Our annual donation to the university can stop at any time."
Me: "So you want to expel a student that could have easily gotten scared over something they thought was a legit threat? And you're threatening withdrawing your donation if they aren't found? I'm sure you've never made a mistake in your life."
Your state is full of dickholes. Just an observation.
Quote from: The Good Reverend Roger on April 04, 2013, 09:57:23 PM
Quote from: Suu on April 04, 2013, 09:55:13 PM
She hasn't, but I just responded to this fucker:
"URI alumni here. Someone knows who did it. Find him or her; expel them. Our annual donation to the university can stop at any time."
Me: "So you want to expel a student that could have easily gotten scared over something they thought was a legit threat? And you're threatening withdrawing your donation if they aren't found? I'm sure you've never made a mistake in your life."
Your state is full of dickholes. Just an observation.
The dude works for Cox Communications with a dietetics degree. I'm sure the "donation" is $10 a year.
You are now free to move about the assholes.
https://www.facebook.com/universityofri?ref=ts&fref=ts
Quote from: Suu on April 04, 2013, 09:58:55 PM
You are now free to move about the assholes.
https://www.facebook.com/universityofri?ref=ts&fref=ts
Well, I will be, in about 2-1/4 hours.
"I hear that this is not a hoax rather a cover up to keep people and parents calm."
Oh Jesus H fucking...(this particular thread is the winner. There's this guy in there named Butch that is pissed no one stepped up to beat the kid down.)
Quote from: Suu on April 04, 2013, 10:05:58 PM
"I hear that this is not a hoax rather a cover up to keep people and parents calm."
Oh Jesus H fucking...(this particular thread is the winner. There's this guy in there named Butch that is pissed no one stepped up to beat the kid down.)
"Butch"?
:lulz:
I'm not fucking kidding. It's solid GOLD. :lulz:
Quote from: Suu on April 04, 2013, 09:58:55 PM
You are now free to move about the assholes.
https://www.facebook.com/universityofri?ref=ts&fref=ts
Wow! What a bunch of ASSHOLES! :lulz:
THESE ARE THE PARENTS OF THE FUCKING KIDS I GO TO SCHOOL WITH. :lulz:
One day, I will grow up, and go to a real university.
No really, we're considered a Tier 1 university by US News, and these are the jackass I have to deal with. Though most of them are from New Jersey, which makes too much sense.
Quote from: Suu on April 05, 2013, 03:01:56 AM
THESE ARE THE PARENTS OF THE FUCKING KIDS I GO TO SCHOOL WITH. :lulz:
One day, I will grow up, and go to a real university.
No really, we're considered a Tier 1 university by US News, and these are the jackass I have to deal with. Though most of them are from New Jersey, which makes too much sense.
You mean every horrible thing I ever heard about Jersey is REAL? :eek: :eek: :eek:
Also: "Butch-ONE". :lulz:
Well, the entire campus is wide-eyed with fear (Ever actually see and feel fear? Yeah, I think I just did.) There is a student in my Latin class who got her shoulder dislocated in the stampede yesterday, being that she was in an adjacent classroom to the first one that evacuated.
She said flat out that they heard someone in the hallway go, "Let me in, I have a gun!" It seems like a lot of students agree with this statement between the 2 lecture halls. So there's something else happening here that seems far more fucking sinister than a misunderstanding overhearing someone talking about Humans VS Zombies. :|
I know we all have our sick ideas of "fun" but if this was someone's idea of a joke, I hope they get the shit beat out of them.
Quote from: Suu on April 05, 2013, 07:35:59 PM
Well, the entire campus is wide-eyed with fear (Ever actually see and feel fear? Yeah, I think I just did.) There is a student in my Latin class who got her shoulder dislocated in the stampede yesterday, being that she was in an adjacent classroom to the first one that evacuated.
She said flat out that they heard someone in the hallway go, "Let me in, I have a gun!" It seems like a lot of students agree with this statement between the 2 lecture halls. So there's something else happening here that seems far more fucking sinister than a misunderstanding overhearing someone talking about Humans VS Zombies. :|
I know we all have our sick ideas of "fun" but if this was someone's idea of a joke, I hope they get the shit beat out of them.
For some reason I'm flashing on those old studies where there were fake crimes enacted and people had all kinds of false memories.
Not saying that's the case here, but it's possible.
Yeah, at this point it doesn't matter if the kid said "fun" or "gun." Everyone's going to remember it as "gun" no matter what they actually heard, being reaffirmed by several hundred classmates and the media.
Eye witness testimony is and has always been shit.
Fact: There was no gun.
End of story.
Quote from: stelz on April 05, 2013, 07:44:18 PM
Quote from: Suu on April 05, 2013, 07:35:59 PM
Well, the entire campus is wide-eyed with fear (Ever actually see and feel fear? Yeah, I think I just did.) There is a student in my Latin class who got her shoulder dislocated in the stampede yesterday, being that she was in an adjacent classroom to the first one that evacuated.
She said flat out that they heard someone in the hallway go, "Let me in, I have a gun!" It seems like a lot of students agree with this statement between the 2 lecture halls. So there's something else happening here that seems far more fucking sinister than a misunderstanding overhearing someone talking about Humans VS Zombies. :|
I know we all have our sick ideas of "fun" but if this was someone's idea of a joke, I hope they get the shit beat out of them.
For some reason I'm flashing on those old studies where there were fake crimes enacted and people had all kinds of false memories.
Not saying that's the case here, but it's possible.
Stress has a profound impact on people. Especially when issues like guns are such a hot topic and pretty much everywhere thanks to the media, people are going to hear what's fresh in their memory.
This is exactly what the media wants.
Quote from: The Good Reverend Roger on April 05, 2013, 08:11:34 PM
Eye witness testimony is and has always been shit.
Fact: There was no gun.
End of story.
But it can never be the end of the fucking story, can it?
There's always those extra blank pages at the end of the book where everyone keeps trying to keep the plot going by writing fan-fiction in crayon about how Jack took out his concealed magnum and BLEW THE BAD GUY'S HEAD OFF, LIKE WE DO IN AMERICA.
It can't ever just be a fuckup. Someone's gotta hang, no matter what. Even if it turns out there wasn't any actual crime committed,
someone's gotta hang.