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Memory Book from Baker University
One memory book with photographs, letters, and dedication of tree planting from Baker University.
Hokies Fly High
Photo of Army Captain Brande Reeves in her Apache Helicopter, sent to Virginia Tech by her mother in rememberance of April 16th. On her second tour of Iraq, Captain Reeves flew the flag of her alma mater in honor of the victims. She wrote: “As we…
Student Reflects at Colorado State
A Colorado State student observes a memorial poster for Virginia Tech in front of the Student Center
Students Leave Messages for VT
Picture of Colorado State students leaving messages of condolence for VT. "Colorado State students leave condolence messages. "
Students Leave Messages for VT (Posters)
Two photos of the completed posters left by Colorado State students. "Two posters with condolence messages written by students at Colorado State University, with prompts encouraging students to consider how far-reaching a tragic event like April 16th…
United States flag flown over the U. S. Capitol on April
18, 2007
American flag flown over U. S. Capitol at request of Hon. Virgil H. Goode, Jr., who was asked to do so by William Davis
One of the wooden blue heart mobiles with silver signings and accompanying letter from Connecticut College
Three wooden mobiles painted blue with wooden hearts and individual messages and accompanying letter from Connecticut College.
"To Be Grieved By All Americans"
Two photos, one inside the funeral home and another of the exterior.
"Edward C. Tomaszewski Funeral Home in Philadelphia provided a condolence book to be sent to Virginia Tech. Inside the home, there was a memorial for the victims and a sign that…
"Edward C. Tomaszewski Funeral Home in Philadelphia provided a condolence book to be sent to Virginia Tech. Inside the home, there was a memorial for the victims and a sign that…
Quilt by Erin Roll and Jeanne Roll
Quilt made by Erin Roll and Jeanne Roll; donated to the Cook Counseling Center shortly after the events of April 16, 2007.
Letter, Michael E. Eyster to President Steger, May 3, 2007 (Ms2008-020)
Letter of condolence from Michael E. Eyster, Interim Vice President for Student Affairs, University of Oregon, to Virginia Tech President Charles W. Steger.
Memorial quilt from the Fairfax Quilters Unlimited
Memorial quilt made by 21 members of the Fairfax Quilters Unlimited consisting of 32 blocks size of quilt 101” x 101". This quilt was previously on display on the 3rd floor of the Squires Student Center.
Special thanks to the 21 members of the…
Special thanks to the 21 members of the…
VT Sign Formed By Students
Students at Fairview Magnet School form a massive “VT” and ribbon. They even brought a Hokie Bird! Proceeds from the sale of this photo to parents were donated to the Hokie Spirit Memorial Fund.
Handcrafted prayer flag with decorated squares sewn
together
One handcrafted prayer flag with decorated squares sewn
together
together
Honor with Joy
High school students from Galax, VA, honor the VT community by displaying this memorial poster at their 2007 prom, reminding us that it's important to make space for remembrance in moments of joy.
The "Mud Gobbler" from Dawson's Towing
This picture shows the "Mud Gobbler" built by Dawson's Towing with a note on the front saying "Mud Gobbler- A tribute to the victims of April 16, 2007" and another note on the back saying "Mud Gobbler Built by Dawson's Towing Quinton VA / Our…
IHOP Honors Hokies
Employees at the International House of Pancakes (IHOP) wore orange ribbons and shirts that read “Today, We Are All Hokies,” as a tribute to those affected on April 16th.
Photograph from the City of Alexandria Market Square vigil
This photographs shows a person in VT jacket with hands holding a lighted candle at a vigil in the City of Alexandria Market Square.
Creating a commemorative display at VT's Northern Virginia Center
A photograph taken from an overview view of people creating a commemorative display at VT's Northern Virginia Center.
Handbound book made of wood with accompanying paper chain and letter
Hand bound book of condolences with natural stick and leaf binding and handmade paper
Kite of Compassion from the Korean Caucus at Drew University's Theological School
One oversized kite of Compassion with a letter from Theological School Korean Caucus. Previously on display in Squires Multicultural Center.
Quilt by Melissa Stevens Quilter
Quilt made by Melissa Steven Quilter; donated to the Cook Counseling Center shortly after the events of April 16 2007.
Hokie Info Booth
A student at Middlesex Community College manned a booth offering information about April 16th, memorial resources, and a place to send messages of sympathy.
Remembrance Tree
Muhlenberg High School students pose with a tree of remembrance, planted following the events of April 16th, showing its growth in one year as a symbol of healing.
Buses Display Message of Comfort
Richmond City buses displayed the message “We Care Hokies,” shortly following the events in 2007. Picture sent from Old Dominion Adult Home.
T-Shirt from WODU Radio at Old Dominion University with card
One white t-shirt with signatures and a note sent for the one-year anniversary.
Art Project in Memoriam
This seventh-grade art project, consisting of tissue-paper quilt stars in VT colors, was created in tribute to the Virginia Tech community.
Dragonfly Painting by Rebecca M. Cunningham
Canvas painting of dragonflies by Rebecca M. Cunningham also known as Rebecca M. Ronesi; previously on display at the Office of Recovery and Support.
Workers Pray for Hokies
Employees of Smith Services, Inc., an electric motor and generator repair company in West Virginia, lower their flag half-mast and say a prayer for Virginia Tech on the day following April 16th, 2007.
Work by Dina Stancheva
Black and white photograph of work by Architect Dina Stancheva.
"Stop Arming Israel" Poster
Photo of Graduate Life Center (GLC) lawn with a banner that reads "Stop Arming Israel"
"Never Again" Poster
Photo of a poster that reads "Never Again Means Never Again for Everyone," attached to a bench on the GLC lawn
"Cease Fire Now" Poster
Photo of two posters. One that reads "Cease Fire Now," fastened to a post, and on top of that, a poster with information about the encampment.
Palestinian Children
Reprinted black and white photo of two Palestinian children amidst rubble, taped to GLC bench.
Palestinian Mother
Drawing of a Palestinian mother holding her baby, set on a GLC bench.
Palestinian Boys
Reprinted black and white photo of two Palestinian boys amidst rubble, taped to a GLC bench.
Small Palestinian Flag
A small Palestinian flag placed in the bushes of the GLC lawn.
GLC Lawn Encampment
Photo of the Palestinian liberation encampment on GLC lawn.
"LGBTQIA+ for Palestine" Poster
Photo of a poster on the GLC lawn that reads "LGBTQIA+ for Palestine."
Handpainted Banner
A hand-painted banner of the Palestinian flag, which reads "Ceasefire Now," hung on the fence of the GLC lawn.
Informational Flyer
Flyer attached to water jug on GLC lawn advertising details for a protest for Palestine on April 27, 2024, at Henderson Lawn.
"No One Is Safe From The IDF" Poster
Poster on GLC lawn that reads "No One Is Safe From The IDF."
"Free Palestine" Poster
Poster that reads "Free Palestine" with a drawn outline of the Palestinian state.
Rules of the Encampment
Poster listing six rules of conduct and respect for the encampment on the GLC lawn.
"Ut Proism Serves Genocide" Poster
Poster that reads "VT's Ut Proism [Prosim] Serves Genocide" on the GLC lawn.
Rules Continued
Second half of the poster that lists the rules of conduct and respect for the encampment, points 7 through 11.
"Pagans for Palestine" Poster
Poster on GLC lawn that reads, "Pagans for Palestine."
Jews for Palestine
Poster on GLC lawn that reads "This Jew Wants A Free Palestine," with a hand-drawn Palestinian flag.
Fallen Posters
Two posters lay on the GLC lawn, overlapping. One reads "Free Palestine," and the other "Palestine Will Be Free."
MLK Quote
A Martin Luther King Jr. quote on a cloth banner on the GLC lawn. The quote reads "True peace is not merely the absence of tension; it is the presence of justice."
Palestinian Flag
Flag of Palestine flying over the GLC lawn.