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WCU reacts to Virginia Tech tragedy
4/17/2007 -
Our hearts go out to our friends and colleagues in Blacksburg, Va. I know that the entire Western Carolina University community joins me in extending our deepest sympathies to the students, faculty and staff at Virginia Tech.
- Western Carolina University Chancellor John W. Bardo
The official moment of silence that was observed at the Alumni Tower Tuesday, April 17 at 5:15 p.m. can be viewed at http://ustream.wcu.edu/mos1.mp4.
Colleges and universities across the country and around the world, including Western Carolina University, have expressed their condolences and support for Virginia Tech via their Web sites. To read how they're supporting Virginia Tech, visit http://www.vt.edu/tragedy/higher_ed_support.php.