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- Collection: Virginia Tech April 16, 2007 Archives of the University Libraries (MS2008-020)
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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.
We will never forget poster with poem, P00526 (Ms2008-020)
Poster with pictures of Norris Hall and a black VT ribbon, a poem, and the names of the 32 victims.
VT We Mourn With You, poster, P00190 (Ms2008-020)
Poster that says "VT We Mourn With You" and includes messages and signatures from unknown institution.
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.
VT poster with children's photos, P00048 (Ms2008-020)
Poster with orange VT and photographs of chidren with their first names and messages.
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.
Untitled poem by Rebecca C.
An untitled poem by Rebecca C.
Untitled Poem by Jamie H.
Untitled Poem by Jamie H., written in a card with illustration on front and a quotation from Thomas Campbell on the inside.
Untitled poem by J.W. Class of 2009
A poem sent to Virginia Tech for the first anniversary of the tragic events on April 16, 2007. The sender only is identified as "J.W. Class of 2009."
Untitled Poem by anonymous individual
This untitled poem by an anonymous individual was originally left with five posters on campus within the first few weeks of the tragic events on April 16, 2007.
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
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.
The Cover to Karen Sexton's 2nd Grade Class from Lindley Elementary School Book of Condolences, H00170, (Ms2008-020)
This is the cover to Karen Sexton's 2nd Grade Class Book of Condolences from Lindley Elementary School. It has a drawing of the Earth with people standing around the edge. The title of the book of condolences is "'Changing the World' in memory of…
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…
Teddy Bear and Poster from James McHenry Elementary School
From the school's safety patrol student leaders
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.
Sympathy card with stickers from anonymous writer, C01760 (Ms2008-020)
Anonymous sympathy card with 3D stickers on front and inside. Front of card says, “Sometimes one pivotal moment or event will bring a community TOGETHER.” Inside of card says, “TODAY WE ARE ALL HOKIES”.
Sympathy card with HokieBird as a phoenix, C02245 (Ms2008-020)
Sympathy card contains a drawing of the HokieBird as a phoenix rising out of ashes over the date "4.16.07" next to what is presumably the artist's signature [illegible].
Next to the head of the HokieBird are the words, "We will carry them with us,…
Sympathy card from the York Regional Police Dispatch Communications 'A' Platoon, C02527 (Ms2008-020)
Sympathy card from the York Regional Police Dispatch Communications 'A' Platoon, Ontario, Canada, c. 2007. Card includes printed condolences and signatures of numerous individuals. Partial transcription of handwritten notes reads "From All your…
Sympathy card from Demeter, C01869 (Ms2008-020)
Card, possibly orginally from floral bouquet, that says "All love, sympathy and support. To all of us who have been effected [sic] by the tragedy / From- Demeter, California"
Sympathy card from anonymous source, C01734 (Ms2008-020)
A sympathy card from an anonymous writer with the following quotes:
“As I searched for meaning in what happened, I finally found it. I found it in the incredible poise, control, and togetherness by the Virginia Tech family.
”The true character…
Sympathy card from a member of the [Virginia Tech?] class of 1983, C01870 (Ms2008-020)
Sympathy card with message from a member of the [Virginia Tech?] class of 1983 with ribbons and drawings.
Sympathy card by unknown child, C01209 (Ms2008-020)
Handwritten on the front of the card is, "I pray that the Lord Jesus chist [sic] will bless you and be kind to you[.] May God [bless?] you with his love and may the Holy Spirit [heals?]" The back of the card has a green butterfly with the handwritten…
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…
Students Leave Messages for VT
Picture of Colorado State students leaving messages of condolence for VT. "Colorado State students leave condolence messages. "
Student Reflects at Colorado State
A Colorado State student observes a memorial poster for Virginia Tech in front of the Student Center
Stone from St. Francis de Sales Central Catholic School
Sent for first anniversary
Star-shaped sympathy card, C02290 (Ms2008-020)
Star-shaped sympathy card that says "We Are thinking of You!"
Song, Prayer for VT (Oboe solo), O00062 (Ms2008-020)
Handwritten song with notation, "Prayer for Today" (oboe solo)
Song, "You Do Not Grieve Alone", Vance Thurston, 2007 (Ms2008-020)
Song written and performed by Vance Thurston in response to the April 16, 2007 shootings at Virginia Tech.
Song, "You Do Not Grieve Alone" (Live), Vance Thurston, 2007 (Ms2008-020)
Song written and performed by Vance Thurston in response to the April 16, 2007 shootings at Virginia Tech.
Song, "Yesterday", Jimmy Pearson, 2007 (Ms2008-020)
Song written and performed by Jimmy Pearson in response to the April 16, 2007 shootings at Virginia Tech.
Song, "Virginia's Pain", Messenger, 2007 (Ms2008-020)
Song written and performed by Chad Patterson as Messenger in response to the April 16, 2007 shootings at Virginia Tech.
Song, "Time of the Season", Jonathan A. Duerr, August 12, 2007 (Ms2008-020)
Song written and performed by Jonathan A. Duerr in response to the April 16, 2007 shootings at Virginia Tech.
Song, "There is a Better Day", KUN-TAJUS, 2007 (Ms2008-020)
Song written and performed by KUN-TAJUS in response to the April 16, 2007 shootings at Virginia Tech.
Song, "The Passing of Young Dreamers", Jerome N. Margolis, 2007 (Ms2008-020)
Song written and performed by Jerome N. Margolis in response to the April 16, 2007 shootings at Virginia Tech.
Song, "The Children of April", Frank Jordan, 2007 (Ms2008-020)
Song written and performed by Frank Jordan in response to the April 16, 2007 shootings at Virginia Tech.
Song, "Sweet Virginia (You are not alone)", Ian Noe, 2008 (Ms2008-020)
Song written and performed by Ian Noe in response to the April 16, 2007 shootings at Virginia Tech.
Song, "Shine Through Our Tears", E. E. Darling, 2007 (Ms2008-020)
Song written by E. E. Darling and arranged by Tom Merriman in response to the April 16, 2007 shootings at Virginia Tech.
Song, "Praying for Blacksburg", Mel Morris, April 30, 2007 (Ms2008-020)
Song written and performed by Mel Morris in response to the April 16, 2007 shootings at Virginia Tech.
Song, "Pray for the Children", Illusions of ME, 2007 (Ms2008-020)
Song written by Alison I. Meyers and performed by Illusions of ME in response to the April 16, 2007 shootings at Virginia Tech.
Song, "Our Prayer", Whitney Olsen, 2007 (Ms2008-020)
Song written and performed by Whitney Olsen in response to the April 16, 2007 shootings at 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.
Song, "Love One Another", Chip and Deb Crawford, April 17, 2007 (Ms2008-020)
Song written and performed by Chip and Deb Crawford in response to the April 16, 2007 shootings at Virginia Tech.
Song, "Dream Flying", Lewis R. Hauser and Robert W. Grimm, 2007 (Ms2008-020)
Song written and performed by Lewis R. Hauser and Robert W. Grimm in response to the April 16, 2007 shootings at Virginia Tech.
Song, "Blacksburg", Jerry Phillips, 2007 (Ms2008-020)
Song written and performed by Jerry Phillips in response to the April 16, 2007 shootings at Virginia Tech.