Alexandria Verner, age 20

Lost to gun violence on February 13, 2023 in East Lansing, Michigan.

Three Michigan State University students were killed and five others critically injured after a gunman opened fire at the East Lansing campus.

Alexandria was from Clawson and was a junior studying biology. "Alex was and is incredibly loved by everyone. She was a tremendous student, athlete, and leader and exemplified kindness every day of her life." She was a league MVP basketball, volleyball, and all-state softball player.

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