LINCOLN UNIVERSITY, PA — It is with profound sorrow that the Lincoln University community remembers Jujuan Jeffers, 25, of Wilmington, Delaware, whose life was tragically lost during a shooting at the university’s homecoming celebrations on Saturday, October 25, 2025.
Jujuan was among friends, family, students, and alumni celebrating the university’s homecoming when gunfire erupted outside the International Cultural Center. Despite the immediate response of emergency personnel and those on the scene, Jujuan was pronounced lost just after midnight. Six others were wounded in the incident and are expected to recover.
A Life Remembered
Friends, classmates, and family remember Jujuan as a compassionate, caring, and thoughtful young man. He had a warm heart, always ready to lend a hand or a kind word, and he brought light to those around him. His presence at Lincoln University was felt not only as a student and community member but as someone who genuinely cared about the people in his life.
“Jujuan was a remarkable young man whose kindness and generosity touched everyone who knew him,” said a close friend. “He had a bright future ahead, and his absence leaves a void that cannot be filled.”
A Community United in Mourning
The tragic events of that evening have left the Lincoln University community grieving deeply. Messages of condolence and remembrance have poured in from students, alumni, and local residents, reflecting on Jujuan’s positive influence, his warm spirit, and the joy he brought to those around him.
University officials have expressed heartfelt sympathies to Jujuan’s family, friends, and all affected by the tragedy, while also providing counseling and support services to help the community cope with this loss.
“Our hearts go out to Jujuan’s family and loved ones during this incredibly difficult time,” the university said in a statement. “We are committed to supporting our students, staff, and alumni as we grieve together and remember the impact he had on our community.”
Legacy of Love and Kindness
Although Jujuan’s time was heartbreakingly cut short, the depth of his compassion and the love he shared will endure. His legacy lives on in the lives he touched, the memories he created, and the countless people who carry a piece of him in their hearts.
Family, friends, and the Lincoln University community are encouraged to honor Jujuan by sharing stories, memories, and acts of kindness that reflect his generous spirit.
🕊️ Jujuan Jeffers will be remembered for his warmth, his caring nature, and the joy he brought to all who knew him. May his memory be a blessing, and may his loved ones find comfort and peace during this difficult time.