Virginia Tech marks 2021 Day of Remembrance virtually, launches online condolence gallery
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BLACKSBURG, Va. - On Friday, people across the country and commonwealth will take time to pause and remember the 32 victims of the Virginia Tech mass shooting.
It s been 14 years since that fateful day when a gunman opened fire in Norris Hall, but the commitment to commemorate is stronger than ever. April 16, 2007 is forever a part of Virginia Tech, said Mark Owczaraki, University Spokesperson. When tragedy falls upon the community, coming together and supporting one another is essential. That was one of the critical, critical lessons that we learned and experienced 14 years ago.
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In this Wednesday, April 16, 2008 file photo, students and mourners participate in a candlelight vigil marking the first anniversary of the April 16, 2007 shootings. Thirty-three people were killed on the Blacksburg campus, including the gunman. (Photo: Steve Helber/AP) Joi Bass reported this story
All this week, Virginia Tech will be commemorating the 32 students and faculty who were killed during the 2007 mass shooting. For the second year in a row, the event will be virtual due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
The week of events began with a digital exhibit titled “We Are Better Than We Think.” Selected exhibits include artwork and messages of hope and love sent to the university in the aftermath of the shooting.
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