69传媒supports Muslim community in wake of Quebec City tragedy
69传媒is rallying behind members of the Muslim community both on campus and across the country.
The University lowered the flags yesterday in front of Kelley Memorial Building to half-mast in honour of the victims of the shooting at a Quebec City mosque on Sunday, January 29.
In a statement issued to 69传媒students, faculty, and staff, President and Vice-Chancellor Alaa Abd-El-Aziz said, 鈥淩espect and collegiality is the foundation of our value compass, making the horrific events in Quebec City unfathomable. Our thoughts and prayers are with the families and friends of those killed in the terrorist attack.鈥�
A group of 69传媒students decided to show their support for the Muslim community Tuesday night by hanging what they call a solidarity wall at the 69传媒Chaplaincy Centre. (). The banner that hangs outside the door of where UPEI鈥檚 Muslim students pray reads, "We stand in solidarity with our Muslim brothers & sisters." Everyone is invited to sign the banner in a show of support.
