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Hokie Pride in the Farthest of Places
Hokies show their support of and pride for VT all the way from Antarctica.
A Family Embrace
The family of the previous surviving student comforted each other at a candlelight vigil held on campus in the hours following the events.
A Moment of Quiet Reflection
A survivor of April 16th reflects on a hill, shortly before the memorial events on campus began.
"Words..." poem by unknown individual and their family
A poem signed by an unknown individual and their family
Clipping, "Short Courses for Women," The Techgram, 1943-04-01
Article called "Short Courses for Women" from The Techgram, 1943-04-01, discusses several 1 to 10 week courses at VPI to prepare women for work during World War II.
Photograph, Duck Pond, undated
Photograph of the Duck Pond on VPI campus, undated
Photograph, Ice Pond, 1934
Photograph of the Ice Pond used for ice skating and recreation, 1934.
Proposed Organizational Chart of VPI, 1920-1921
This organizational chart, entitled "Chart No. 2 Proposed Organization of the Virginia Polytechnic Institute by Function 1920-21", show possible organization with the deans of agriculture, engineering, and the college; the commandant; health officer;…
"Dear Students of Virginia Tech..." poem by Yieni
A poem written by Yieni addressed to the students of Virginia Tech.
Poem, Timothy Williamson, Undated (Ms2008-020)
Poem written by Timothy Williamson in response to the April 16, 2007 shootings at Virginia Tech.
Letter, Timothy Williamson to Holtzman Alumni Center, Virginia Tech, Undated (Ms2008-020)
Letter of condolence from Timothy Williams to Holtzman Alumni Center, Virginia Tech
Song, "Love Ones", Tim Williamson, Undated (Ms2008-020)
Song written and performed by Tim Williamson in response to the April 16, 2007 shootings at Virginia Tech.
Film, "Wishes from Williamsburg", Williamsburg Middle School, May 2007 (Ms2008-020)
Williamsburg Middle School video tribute created in response to the April 16, 2007 shootings at Virginia Tech.
Decorated dragonflies strung on white ribbon
About 46 decorated dragonflies strung on white ribbon. Items done at “Expressions of Remembrance”
session at Squires Student Center led by Rebecca M.
Ronesi, “Dragonfly Artist”
session at Squires Student Center led by Rebecca M.
Ronesi, “Dragonfly Artist”
CalTech Memorial for VT
A student at CalTech observes the famed Fleming Canon, painted orange and maroon by the student body in support of VT.
Alabama Billboard
An electronic billboard in Montgomery, Alabama following April 16th, featuring a message of support for VT.
Nittany Lions for Hokies
It would be easy to mistake this Penn State Blue and White game for one of our own, as onlookers dawn the Virginia Tech colors of maroon and orange. In April 2007, 71,000 Nittany Lions became Hokies, chanting our refrain “Let’s Go Hokies” as a…
Film, Virginia Tech Convocation, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, April 17, 2007 (Ms2008-020)
Virginia Tech Convocation held following the April 16, 2007 shootings.
Poster from Virginia Law Enforcement
One painted plywood display with law enforcement badges attached
VDOT Highway Message for VT
This photograph is of the Virginia Department of Transportation's statewide message boards all displayed the same message at noon on April 20, 2007.
Beta Bridge at UVA
Photograph of the University of Virginia’s Beta Bridge, adorned with a message of support for the Hokies from the UVA Hoo’s.
"Poem from the heart" by Victoria M.
A handwritten poem on pink construction paper by Victoria M. sent to Virginia Tech following the tragic events of April 16, 2007.
Crotched leis
One sample yarn lei of 64 left at the memorial from a Hawaiian woman (H00013) and one crocheted gold and brown yarn lei (H00333).
Film, Virginia Tech Candlelight Vigil, University of Texas at Austin, April 23, 2007 (Ms2008-020)
Video of candlelight vigil held by the University of Texas at Austin in response to the April 16, 2007 shootings at Virginia Tech.
Orange VT shirt with signatures from the University of Oregon's classes of 1994 and 1997
Virginia Tech shirt is signed by the University of Oregon's classes of 1994 and 1997
UNC Vigil for VT
Students held a vigil for Virginia Tech at the University of North Carolina at Wilmington on April 17th, 2007.
UF Gators Show Solidarity
The University of Florida’s bronze “Gators” adorned with a VT sign made of flowers, as a symbol of solidarity.
Letter, UAB Gospel Choir to Virginia Tech, Birmingham, Al., Undated (Ms2008-020)
Letter of condolence from UAB Gospel Choir to Virginia Tech.
Film, "Memorial Tribute to Virginia Tech", University of Alabama at Birmingham Gospel Choir, 2007 (Ms2008-020)
Memorial Tribute to Virginia Tech by the University of Alabama at Birmingham Gospel Choir created in response to the April 16, 2007 shootings at Virginia Tech.
Certificate attesting that the accompanying flag was flown on the U.S.S. Constitution, May 12, 2007 (Ms2008-020)
A framed certificate attesting that the accompanying United States flag was flown onboard the U.S.S. Constitution, "Old Ironsides," the oldest ship in the U.S. Navy in memory of all those fallen at Virginia Tech.
American Flag Flown onboard the U.S.S. Constitution
American Flag Flown onboard the U.S.S. Constitution
"'32' (a tribute to Virginia Tech)" by Tim Williamson
A typed poem written by Tim Williamson, dedicated to the 32 fallen Hoakies.
Letter, Vance Thurston to Virginia Tech Admissions Office, Gallatin Gateway, Mt., Undated (Ms2008-020)
Letter of condolence from Vance Thurston to Virginia Tech Admissions Office.
Poem by the September 11th Families for Peaceful Tomorrows
A poem addressed to "The Bereaved People of the Virginia Tech Tragedy" written by the September 11th Families for Peaceful Tomorrows.
Hand Crocheted Hearts from Heartfelt Angels
Approximately 100 hand crocheted maroon and orange hearts
CD Liner Notes, "33 Gone (but not forgotten)", The Fabulous Dialtones, Undated (Ms2008-020)
Liner from the CD "33 Gone (but not forgotten)", by The Fabulous Dialtones, released in response to the April 16, 2007 shootings at Virginia Tech.
Niagara Falls
This picture of Niagara Falls bathed in orange and Maroon was sent to Virginia Tech with an accompanying email from the City of Niagara Falls Fire Department shortly after the tragic events that happened on campus on April 16, 2007.
Paper cranes from the American School in Japan
Three copies of the same letter, one photograph of the high school students, one hanger for the cranes, and 1000 handmade paper cranes.
Clipping, "New Fields for Women" by Mildred T. Tate, The Techgram, 1943-01-15
Article called "New Fields for Women" by Mildred T. Tate from The Techgram, 1943-01-15, discusses openings in fields for women during World War II.
Film, "The Spirit of Virginia Tech", Ben Tarquino, 2007 (Ms2008-020)
Film by Ben Tarquino documenting the condolence items received in response to the April 16, 2007 shootings at Virginia Tech.
Letter, Michelle Swonder (on behalf of Kalamazoo College) to Dr. Charles W. Steger, May 2007 (Ms2008-020)
Letter of condolence from Michelle Swonder, Theatre Arts, Kalamazoo College (on behalf of the college) to Virginia Tech President Charles W. Steger.
Letter, Student Council Association, Williamsburg Middle School to Hokie Spirit Memorial Fund, Virginia Tech University, Arlington, Va., May 21, 2007 (Ms2008-020)
Letter of condolence from the Student Council Association, Williamsburg Middle School to Hokie Spirit Memorial Fund, Virginia Tech.
Letter, Timothy S. Stevens to Zenobia Hikes, Evanston, Il., April 27, 2007 (Ms2008-020)
Letter of condolence from Timothy S. Stevens to Zenobia Hikes.
GLC Building During Encampment
Photo of the Graduate Life Center during the encampment, with two large Palestinian flags flying out in front.
"Liberated Zone" Banner
A large banner that reads "Liberated Zone" covers the GLC building sign. There is another poster that reads "Virginia Tech Pick a Side: Human Rights or Genocide." Four water jugs also rest atop the sign.
GLC Sign Covered by Posters
Two posters covering a GLC building signpost. The posters read "From The River To The Sea Palestine Will Be Free" and "Divest Now," with two red handprints.
"Visit Palestine" Poster
Reprint of the famous 1936 poster "Visit Palestine" by graphic designer Franz Kraus, featuring the Dome of the Rock.