After Sandy Hook: How do we prevent similar forms of violence? -2013 College of the Holy Cross

Publication date 2013-02-19

"This fishbowl-style campus discussion centers on the possible causes of and solutions for preventing the type of gun violence that took place at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Conn. in December 2012. Participants consider interpretations of the Second Amendment and gun control; mental healthcare access and policies; cultural, structural and social influences that contribute to violence; economic solutions to gun violence; and best practices for promoting nonviolence. Featured are Amy Wolfson, professor of psychology and associate dean for faculty scholarship; Alison Smith Mangiero, political science instructor; Lawrence E. Cahoone, professor of philosophy; Miles Cahill, professor of economics and associate health professions adviser; Robert T. Jones, associate director of multicultural education; Marian Blawie '16; and Chris Tota '13. Thomas M. Landy, director of the McFarland Center, moderates. "