The victims are Diva Davis, 47, and James Eric Davis Sr, 48, local media reports.
Cops rushed to Central Michigan University after the suspect opened fire inside a dorm.
Two people are confirmed dead and James is still at large
Other schools in the area have since been thrown into lockdown.
Officials in the area, MT. Pleasant, said in an appeal: “The suspect is a 19-year-old black male who is approximatelty 5 foot 9 inches tall.
“He is wearing mustard yellow jeans and a blue hoodie. He may have taken off the blue hoodie. He is considered armed & dangerous.
“If you see the suspect, do not approach him. Call 911.”