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A typed poem written by Tim Williamson, dedicated to the 32 fallen Hoakies.

"A Poem about Peace" poem by Chandean was received in 2007 from Public School 72 K, Class 5-5, Brooklyn NY.

"A Poem about Peace" poem by Nnamdi was received in 2007 from Public School 72 K, Class 5-5, Brooklyn NY.

The stained glass, gold-plated figure is an angel kneeling in prayer with a VT belt. An attached note says it is hand crafted by the Angels of Love organization. The note also says "This angel is freely given - they are never sold."

Card from Costa Mesa, CA, c. 2007. Transcriptions reads "Mr, Steger / Dear, Mr. Steger I feel / bad for the 32 die / and I bet anything / that they love you / alot and they will / miss you and you / will miss them / to and I hope / you feel better /…

A poem written by Yieni addressed to the students of Virginia Tech.

A handmade card with a poem titled "Don't Quit" sent by Jennifer Glover at Bank of America.

A typewritten eulogy for the 32 victims, April 24, 2007, by anonymous writer, and "The Mourner's Kaddish" along with the names of the 32 victims

Card from Costa Mesa, CA, c. 2007. Transcriptions reads "Family of Virginia Tech students / I am sorry for the loss of your loved ones. / I know that you are said, but one day you will feel better. / God bless you. / I will pray for your family".

A letter from Kevin M. Shea, Virginia Tech Class of 1989, dated April 21, 2008, with a poem entitled "Flower, Forest, Meadow: In memoril, 04/16/07", by Shea.

"Forever in Peace" poem is copyrighted 2007 to Jill Eisnaugle's Poetry Collection and was received from the Art Institute of Pittsburgh.

The "Harmony" rock sculpture is 1 of 4 square rocks with Chinese characters and English words for harmony, love, peace, tranquility, “sent by your friends in Texas”.

A poem written by "VT Dad" and a handwritten note addressed to President Steger.

The poem "Hope" by Emily Dickinson with an image of a feather, marked "Copyright 2008, Good Grie Resources, LLC."

A typed poem titled "I Planted a Rose: A Tribute to the Hokie Nation" written by Charlie McCauley with an accompanying handwritten letter to Debbie Day. The handwritten letter has been cropped in this exhibit to protect certain personal information…

A poem titled "Incident at Virginia Tech" by Derek Wilson and his accompanying letter addressed to Nikki Giovanni. This is one of the two versions Wilson sent to Virginia Tech following the tragic events of April 16, 2007.

Card from Costa Mesa, CA, c. 2007. Transcriptions reads "Let's go VT / Welcome to Virginia Tec / Be strong Hokies".

The "Love" rock sculpture is 1 of 4 square rocks with Chinese characters and English words for harmony, love, peace, tranquility, “sent by your friends in Texas”.

"My Peace Poem" poem by Brandon was received in 2007 from Public School 72 K, Class 5-5, Brooklyn NY.

"My Poem All About Peace" poem by Destiny Gilmore was received in 2007 from Public School 72 K, Class 5-5, Brooklyn NY.

"Peace" poem by Cristin was received in 2007 from Public School 72 K, Class 5-5, Brooklyn NY.

"Peace" poem by Jessica was received in 2007 from Public School 72 K, Class 5-5, Brooklyn NY.

The "Peace" rock sculpture is 1 of 4 square rocks with Chinese characters and English words for harmony, love, peace, tranquility, “sent by your friends in Texas”.

A handwritten poem on pink construction paper by Victoria M. sent to Virginia Tech following the tragic events of April 16, 2007.

"Sallie Z. A.S.P. Sends Their Love" handmade condolence book bound with red ribbons, Sallie Zetterower Elementary, Statesboro, GA, 2007-04-18

A letter from Mary L. Martin of Tidewater Community College, April 6, 2008, with an enclosed poem "Tears for Tech" by Martin, dated April 16, 2007. [Personal contact information has been redacted.]

A typed poem by Barbara Ledbetter and an accompanying handwritten note sent to Virginia Tech following the tragic events of April 16, 2007.

"The Peace" poem by Jasmin was received in 2007 from Public School 72 K, Class 5-5, Brooklyn NY.

A poem handwritten in silver ink on a red card by an anonymous individual.

"Think n of u" Card from Costa Mesa, CA, c. 2007.

"Thirty Two Lights" poem is by an unknown author and unknown date.

A typed poem by H.K. Grave titled "Thirty-Two."

The "Tranquility" rock sculpture is 1 of 4 square rocks with Chinese characters and English words for harmony, love, peace, tranquility, “sent by your friends in Texas”.

Card from Costa Mesa, CA, c. 2007. Transcriptions reads "Virginia Tech Rocks all schools / We are thinking of U!!".

Metal piece by artist Eric W. Schuttler, VT Class of 1993, inscribed “We are better than we think, and not quite what we want to be.”

"Wish for Peace" card from "Sandi" of the York Reginal Police Communications 'O' Platoon, Ontario, Canada, c. 2007. Transcription reads "Just a note / To Virginia Tech University 9-1-1- / Wish for Peace / Peace for courage to continue onwards, Peace…

A poem signed by an unknown individual and their family

A handwritten note and poem titled "Young People in Blacksburg Virginia" by an anonymous indiviual who sent these to Virignia Tech following the April 16, 2007 tragedy. 

Poster that says, "32 hearts 32 people 32 lives" and includes 31 cut-out hearts.

A hand drawn picture from an anonymous student from Charlevoix MI Elementary School. It is of the sun with a smile face and roses on the side. Under the sun, there is the word "Sorry."

A handmade booklet of letters from students at Gavit Middle School. The letters are created by different students and includes various drawings and positive messages that expresses sympathy to VT students.

A large handwritten card from Mrs. Cochran 5th grade. The cover has the words, "Thinking of you." The inside has a positive message that expresses sympathy and is signed by the students of the class.

A large handwritten card from Mrs. Lommis class. The cover has a crying face. The inside has a positive message that expresses sympathy and is signed by the students of the class.

A large handwritten card from Mrs. McGurn's 2nd grade class. The cover has the words, "Thinking of you." The inside has a positive message that expresses sympathy and is signed by the students of the class.

A large handwritten card from Ms. Cromis 6th grade class. The cover has the words, "Have Hope & Faith." The inside has a positive message that expresses sympathy and is signed by the students of the class.

A large handwritten card fromM's. Kibben's kindergarten class. The cover has the words, "Thinking of you." The inside has a positive message that expresses sympathy and is signed by the students of the class.

A large handwritten card from unknown class. The cover has the words, "Sorry Virginia Tech" and a bouquet of flowers. The inside has a positive message that expresses sympathy and is signed by the students of the class.

A hand drawn picture by Aaron Helmling. The picture has a face under the message "Peace be with you" which is in big letters. There is also a colorful background.

A hand drawn picture by Heather. The picture has a heart above some roses. In the heart, there is a positive message written in it and around the roses. The positive message expresses sympathy to VT students.

A hand drawn picture from Joey. The picture has "Go VT" written at the top as well as a larger red and orange VT under it.