The Heights

Metzl Talks Gun Violence and American Identity

Paige Folli • October 27, 2024

Jonathan Metzl argued that the topic of mass shootings in the United States is incredibly complex and rooted in the nation’s identity. “This is a story not only of guns but of Americanness,”...

‘Our Philadelphia’ Screening Depicts Influence of Gun Violence

Josie McNeill • December 5, 2021

'Our Philadelphia' screening speaks on the trauma that students at Boys' Latin of Philadelphia Charter School are forced to cope with due to gun violence.

Gun Violence Prevention Discourse Takes Center Stage at Panel Event

Lorenz Chen • November 2, 2018

Sentiments of inclusiveness and empowerment rang through the Cutler Majestic Theatre at Emerson College early Tuesday evening as a group of impassioned teenagers took to the stage to examine gun violence and reform in the United States.

Marching for the Future

Madeleine Hughes • April 4, 2018

"Eventually, the policies and politics you are currently ignorant of will truly have a direct impact on your life."

Activism in Wake of Shooting Should Translate to College Campuses

The Heights Editorial Board • March 15, 2018

"Those who partook demonstrated the necessary involvement in and awareness of gun violence that ought to be more prevalent on college campuses."

O’Malley Hopes Federal Government Will “Catch Up” With Gun Reform

Heidi Dong • April 26, 2017

O’Malley said that he is pleased with the focus on gun control that the Democratic Party has as a whole, but wishes the federal government would step up on the issue.