Virginia Tech Observance
The Virginia Tech Alumni Association has invited the country to take
part in their Orange and Maroon Effect day on Friday, April 20. They ask
that everyone wear the Virginia Tech school colors on Friday to show
support for the students, faculty, administrators, staff, alumni, and
friends. I encourage the UT community to take part by wearing Chicago
maroon and burnt orange on Friday.
Also, a candlelight vigil will be held on Monday night at 9:00 p.m. on
the Main Mall of the UT campus. Out of respect for Virginia Tech, the
Tower will be dimmed again on Monday night for this event, and the
Carillon will be tolled for victims of the tragedy. Candles will be
provided at the ceremony.