Stabbed Dean at Penn Valley

So by now you've probably seen how this young "anarchist" stabbed a Dean in the neck over at Penn Valley Community College yesterday. What a waste. Pretty bizarre. I see today how he's been charged with "two counts of first-degree assault and two counts of armed criminal action". My question? Why wasn't he charged with attempted murder? It seems as though it fits the crime. Wouldn't that be a heavier, more severe but still appropriate charge? Just asking. If there are any law students out there, let me know your input. Link: http://www.kansascity.com/2010/09/14/2224279/self-described-radical.html