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Derek Copp returned to campus today

Derek Copp, the Grand Valley State University student who was shot by an officer who was executing a search warrant in his off-campus apartment on March 11, asked for privacy today as he returned to class.

-- Copp says his recovery is going well (audio clip )

-- Copp thanked all of the people who have been supporting him (audio clip )

-- Copp asked for privacy as he returns to classes (audio clip )

Dean of Students Bart Merkle reiterated Copp's request to media that they respect his privacy as he resumes his studies at Grand Valley.

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