Jen Hill from Salt Lake Magazine recently reported on Lauren McCluskey’s story, highlighting the tragic events that led to her untimely death and the subsequent efforts to honor her legacy. Lauren McCluskey was a student-athlete at the University of Utah who was murdered by an ex-boyfriend in 2018. Despite reaching out to campus police and the University’s Housing Office for help more than 20 times, Lauren’s pleas were not addressed, leading to a preventable tragedy.
The article delves into the impact of Lauren’s story on campus safety initiatives and the establishment of the Lauren McCluskey Foundation. The foundation, created in her memory, aims to promote campus safety and improve the response to violence against students. Through it’s mission, the foundation supports various programs, including self-defense classes, awareness initiatives, educational workshops, research, and more, encouraging students seek help when needed.
Jen Hill’s report also emphasizes the importance of Lauren’s Promise, a pledge adopted by universities worldwide to listen and believe students who report threats or harassment. This initiative is a significant step towards creating a safer environment for students and ensuring that their concerns are taken seriously.
We encourage our readers to read Jen Hill’s article on Salt Lake Magazine to learn more about Lauren McCluskey’s story and the ongoing efforts to promote campus safety. The article provides a comprehensive overview of the challenges faced by students and the measures being taken to address these issues.
