NIU President John Peters led a procession of people, including the victims’ families, from the south door of the Holmes Student Center to the site of the proposed Memorial Garden east of Cole Hall.
Hundreds of people gathered Saturday evening in the Martin Luther King Commons to commemorate the one year anniversary with a candlelight vigil.
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Passers-by react to the memorial crosses set up on campus Saturday as events proceed to commemorate the anniversary of Feb. 14.
The white crosses that served as an impromptu memorial site on the hill outside the Holmes Student Center last year briefly returned Friday to commemorate the one year anniversary of the shooting at Cole Hall.
- Out of the ordinary, some students say they're opting to stay on campus this weekend
- Local florists say people are celebrating Valentine's Day as usual
- Hundreds gather outside Cole Hall to release balloons in memory of victims
- Peters: One year later, NIU's reaction 'a legacy of character'
- NIU police chief keeps emotions in check with weight of tragedy
- Lives are forever changed for those in Geology 104 class
- Cole Hall still stands, empty and dark
- Counseling Center sees influx of community members grieving
- DeKalb police reflect on being first responders to tragedy
- Staff writer recalls memories of Gayle Dubowski
- Students, schools far and away affected by NIU's tragedy
- DeKalb High School, NIU more connected following tragedy
- Following tragedy, one football player's dream comes into focus
- Huskie fight song has new meaning after shootings
- Student athletes represent NIU with dignity, character
- Pi Kappa Alpha members keep memory of fallen brother near
- Alumni share similar feelings at one-year mark
- Counseling Center sees influx of community members grieving
- Former NIU employee, current head of local Red Cross keeps composure in hectic situation
- Freshmen share their reactions to shooting
- Prayer shawls honor victims, aid in grieving process
- DeKalb Fire Department's prepared plan crucial to response's success
- Acting Mayor Povlsen emphasizes NIU's special place in community
- Afternoon like no other for Kishwaukee Hospital handled well from planning
- Events of past year show NIU's true community-focused nature
- Office of Public Affairs changed its routine to keep media, students and families fresh with updates
- NIU counselors continue to help the community heal
- Therapy dogs to be back on campus
"An infectious smile and a giggle that could go on for many minutes, and brighten even the darkest day."
"A smile, a witty remark or the twinkle of an eye. With just those simple gestures, she could evoke the most pleasant of emotions."
"Julie was very goal oriented early in her life – she knew what she wanted and was determined to get it."
"Complementing her love of nature, Ryanne had a true passion for learning and was something of a modern day renaissance woman."
"Dan loved his entire family, family gatherings, and all of his friends very much."
