HAMPTON, Va. — The shock of campus threats lingered Thursday at Hampton University, where students were still grappling with fear after the FBI investigated what it later called a hoax.

For Hampton student Donovan Washington, the day was overwhelming.

“Hopefully, everybody is in their dorm safe, but it’s just a real shock. I’m really in shock right now,” Washington said.

The anxiety reached beyond Hampton’s campus. At Norfolk State University, which did not receive a direct threat, students still felt the weight of the uncertainty.

“We have large group chats with other HBCUs and to see them freaking out on their campuses, or just feeling really nervous — it’s kind of scary to see,” said A’Lauren Gilchrist, a Norfolk State student.

NSU leaders responded by increasing campus security. B

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