Kentucky State University confirmed a fatal shooting at a residence hall that left one student dead and another critically injured. Local police arrested a suspect who is not a student; the university described the incident as an ‘‘active aggressor’’ situation and secured the campus. Governor Andy Beshear characterized the shooting as isolated but urged the community to pray for those affected. President Koffi C. Akakpo thanked law enforcement and said the university is in mourning. The event follows a troubling pattern of violent incidents at HBCUs during homecoming seasons this year and has prompted campus counselors and student‑affairs teams to activate crisis response protocols. Institutions should audit campus safety posture, emergency communications, and mental‑health resources in the immediate aftermath. Boards and senior leadership will face pressure to review policing partnerships, residence‑life security measures, and post‑incident support for victims and the wider campus community.