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In Rememberance

Grand Valley is holding a series of events to commemorate the tragedy of Sept. 11. The events include the following:

  • 8:46 am: Rememberance tolling of the bells
    Cook Carillon, Allendale Campus
    Beckering Carillon, Pew Grand Rapids Campus

    No speaking program is planned.

  • Noon: Rememberance Musical Selections - Reflection time
    Beckering Carillon, Pew Grand Rapids Campus
    No speaking program is planned.

  • 12:15 p.m.: Memorial Dedication
    VanSteeland Arboretum, Allendale Campus
    The campus community will come together to dedicate a memorial area in the VanSteeland Arboretum to honor the innocent people who lost their lives and for those who gave their lives trying to help others.

  • 9:30 p.m.: Candlelight Vigil
    Cook Carillon Plaza, Allendale Campus
    The campus community will come together in rememberance of September 11, 2001. Grand Valley President Mark A. Murray and others will address the campus community. Special musical performances including the Cook Carillon and bagpipes will support the tribute.
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