Michigan State University is still reeling from the tragic shooting that took three lives, critically injured five and ended with the gunman dead from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Shock and concern were rampant on social media, with many asking why such a tragedy had to occur and what is being done to prevent these events from happening again. Michigan State University Police Deputy Chief Chris Rozman spoke on the police's response and the grim reality of 366 school shootings nationwide since 1999.

In response, the U.S. government has put in place a program to help students respond to similar circumstances. The program called “Run, Hide, Fight” is taught across the country, informing individuals on what to do in these situations. The primary advice is to attempt to flee the scene if possible, or hide in a safe place. The third option, and a key difference, is the advice to confront an attacker,