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Cosmopolitan Club
Cosmopolitan Club page from the 1951 Bugle. The Cosmopolitan Club was a social group on campus for students from countries other than the United States of America.
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.
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.
Paper chain, Kalamazoo College, May 2007 (Ms2008-020)
Four views of a paper chain made by students at Kalamazoo College, in Kalamazoo, Michigan, as a gesture "to bring some comfort to the Virginia Tech community."
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.
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.
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.
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.
Poem and card from the Cambridge Springs Prison
Handmade card and poem titled "A Child Loaned" from the female inmates of Cambridge Springs Prison.
Paperclip Angel with letter
Metal angel made by Shawn Roberge with accompanying letter.
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.
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.
Memory Book from Baker University
One memory book with photographs, letters, and dedication of tree planting from Baker University.
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
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.
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).
American Flag Flown onboard the
U.S.S. Constitution
American Flag Flown onboard the U.S.S. Constitution
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
Poster from Virginia Law Enforcement
One painted plywood display with law enforcement badges attached
Handcrafted prayer flag with decorated squares sewn
together
One handcrafted prayer flag with decorated squares sewn
together
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”
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
VT Stories Oral History with Lawrence "Lonnie" Johns, April 22, 2016 (Ms2016-015)
Lonnie Johns was born and raised in Roanoke, Virginia with close ties to Virginia Tech. Although he was drawn to other schools, his mother receiving a PhD from the school and the architecture department led him to attend. He graduated from Virginia…
VT Stories Oral History with Calvin Jamison, April 22, 2016 (Ms2016-015)
Dr. Calvin D. Jamison grew up knowing he was going to attend college, the only question was where? He was born and raised in Martinsville, Virginia and upon visiting Virginia Tech, he ultimately decided to attend. A triple Hokie, Jamison received his…
VT Stories Oral History with John Owen, October 22, 2021 (MS2016-015)
John Owen was born in Lynchburg, VA to a military family. From his father's work, he moved to California, Greece, Alexandria, VA, and France during his childhood. Though upon retirement, his family settled back in Alexandria, VA where his interest in…
VT Stories Oral History with Bertram Kinzey, May 19, 2016 (Ms2016-015)
Bertram Kinzey, Jr. arrived in Blacksburg as an architectural engineering student in 1940. While living in Richmond, Kinzey enrolled in the engineering extension program, which led him to Virginia Tech for his final two years of undergraduate. As a…
VT Stories Oral History with Theodore King, Jr., November 21, 2015 (Ms2016-015)
Theodore King, Jr. grew up on a farm in Lunenburg County, Virginia. While in high school, King was recruited by many colleges, including Virginia Tech. He was drawn to the school because of its appeal to common people, as he was a lower class African…
VT Stories Oral History with James "Bud" Robertson, June 8, 2018 (Ms2016-015)
James "Bud" Robertson was born and raised in Danville, Virginia. There was a railroad close to his house, which led him to become interested in them (which he maintained throughout his entire life). The yardmaster understood his interest and offered…
VT Stories Oral History with James Boone, June 2, 2017 (Ms2016-015)
James Boone, born July 25th, 1915 is among the earliest Virginia Polytechnic students to be interviewed for VT Stories. He grew up in Holland and Ivor, Virginia, and arrived in Blacksburg in 1933. While at Virginia Polytechnic Institute, he studied…
VT Stories Oral History with George Fox, May 19, 2017 (Ms2016-015)
George Fox, born in Charleston, West Virginia, grew up in a Virginia Tech household. His father from Virginia Polytechnic Institute for industrial engineering in 1941 and claimed that their extended family has more than twenty graduates.…
VT Stories Oral History with Frank Nolen, May 17, 2016 (Ms2016-015)
Frank Nolen grew up in Macon County, North Carolina, raised with school in mind. In high school, he decided to attend North Carolina State College, but dropped out after encountering college chemistry. He transferred to Gaston Technical Institute, a…
VT Stories Oral History with Bob and Judy Slaughter, October 10, 2015 (Ms2016-015)
Judy Swecker Slaughter was born into a Virginia Tech family as her father graduated class of 1935. Growing up in Woodstock, Virginia, she had decided to follow her father's footsteps and also attend. She arrived in 1966, studying psychology and…
VT Stories Oral History with First African American Women Students, April 22, 2016 (Ms2016-015)
Marguerite Laurette Harper Scott, also known as Chick, grew up in Norfolk, Virginia in a family of Virginia State graduates. Although she intended on doing the same, when Virginia Polytechnic recruiters visited her high school, her father decided it…
VT Stories Oral History with John "Jack" Kise, May 19, 2016 (Ms2016-015)
Jack Kise was born in New Haven, Connecticut and moved around several times before landing in Portsmouth, Virginia where he spent most of his school years. In high school, he took an interest in Virginia Tech as he had several friends attend and…
VPI Development Plan
Campus view of VPI development plan, printed in 1927.
Virginia Agricultural and Mechanical College: Its History and Organization
A book describing the history of Virginia Agricultural and Mechanical College, including its formation as a land grant university and its proposed education model.
Map of the Virginia Agricultural and Mechanical College Farm and Grounds
A map of the Virginia Agricultural and Mechanical College campus.
VPI Campus Map Panorama
Panoramic map of VPI campus with buildings numbered and labeled.
Sesquicentennial Time Capsule Invitation
Digital invitation for the time capsule sealing event, created for the Virginia Tech Sesquicentennial (150 year) celebration in 2022.
Song, "Blacksburg Virginia (Live and Unplugged)", Nicolle Freni, 2007 (Ms2008-020)
Live, unplugged, version of a song written and performed by Nicolle Freni in response to the April 16, 2007 shootings at Virginia Tech.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Lyrics, "Nothing Goes Unnoticed", Kevin P. Turner, 2007 (Ms2008-020)
Lyrics from the song "Nothing Goes Unnoticed" by Kevin P. Turner which was performed by the University of Alabama at Birmingham gospel choir in response to the April 16, 2007 shootings at Virginia Tech.
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.
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, Dustin Berry and Nicole Aguilar to "Hokie", Undated (Ms2008-020)
Letter of condolence from Dustin Berry and Nicole Aguilar to Virginia Tech.
Film, "Today We Are All Hokies", Savannah College of Art and Design, April 2007 (Ms2008-020)
Savannah College of Art and Design tribute video created in response to the April 16, 2007 shootings at Virginia Tech.
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