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- Collection: Virginia Tech April 16, 2007 Archives of the University Libraries (MS2008-020)
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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.
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.
UF Gators Show Solidarity
The University of Florida’s bronze “Gators” adorned with a VT sign made of flowers, as a symbol of solidarity.
UNC Vigil for VT
Students held a vigil for Virginia Tech at the University of North Carolina at Wilmington on April 17th, 2007.
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.
Hokie Pride in the Farthest of Places
Hokies show their support of and pride for VT all the way from Antarctica.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
"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…
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.
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.
32 Roses
A display of memorial roses arranged by Middlesex Community College, Massachusetts.
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
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…
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…
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…
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.
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.
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."
"Don't Quit" by Jennifer Glover
A handmade card with a poem titled "Don't Quit" sent by Jennifer Glover at Bank of America.
"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.
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.
"I Planted a Rose: A Tribute to the Hokie Nation" by Charlie McCauley
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…
"The Great Hokies" by Barbara Ledbetter
A typed poem by Barbara Ledbetter and an accompanying handwritten note sent to Virginia Tech following the tragic events of April 16, 2007.
A poem and card from the Christiansburg Primary School
An untitled poem and handmade card sent by the Christiansburg Primary School.
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.
"'32' (a tribute to Virginia Tech)" by Tim Williamson
A typed poem written by Tim Williamson, dedicated to the 32 fallen Hoakies.
"Incident at Virginia Tech" by Derek Wilson
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.
"Thirty-Two" by H.K. Graves
A typed poem by H.K. Grave titled "Thirty-Two."
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 Rebecca C.
An untitled poem by Rebecca C.
"Dear Students of Virginia Tech..." poem by Yieni
A poem written by Yieni addressed to the students of Virginia Tech.
"Hokie Stone" poem by "VT Dad"
A poem written by "VT Dad" and a handwritten note addressed to President Steger.
"The Serenity to accept the things we can't change" poem by anonymous individual
A poem handwritten in silver ink on a red card by an anonymous individual.
"Words..." poem by unknown individual and their family
A poem signed by an unknown individual and their family
"Young People in Blacksburg Virginia" Poem by Anonymous
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.
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…
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.