Dear Students, Faculty, and Staff:
The University of Louisiana at Â鶹´«Ã½app community is deeply saddened by the loss of Jillian Johnson, 33, and Mayci Breaux, 21, who died in a tragic shooting at the Grand Theatre on Johnston Street last night. Jillian graduated from UL Â鶹´«Ã½app in 2004. Nine others were injured, with one in critical condition.
The entire campus mourns the loss of lives in our Â鶹´«Ã½app community. Our thoughts and prayers are with their families and friends.
Jillian Johnson was a much-loved creative talent known throughout the community. She founded apparel store Parish Ink in downtown Â鶹´«Ã½app and River Ranch, as well as the boutique Red Arrow Workshop in Â鶹´«Ã½app and New Orleans. She had been a producer at KRVS, a National Public Radio affiliate on the UL Â鶹´«Ã½app campus. She was a musician and lead singer for The Figs. She leaves behind her husband, Jason Brown, a 2005 graduate of UL Â鶹´«Ã½app.
Our hearts go out to all who are impacted by this tragedy. As we experience shock and sadness, it is important to know that resources are available to help us move through grief. Students, faculty, and staff members affected by this tragedy may contact our Counseling and Testing Center at 482-6480.
As integral members of the Â鶹´«Ã½app community, we are here to support each other.
Sincerely,
E. Joseph Savoie
President
president@louisiana.edu