February 14, 2008 Memorial

February 14, 2008 was a tragic day for the community of Northern Illinois University. This site was created by the staff of the University Archives and Regional History Center as a memorial for all affected by that day's campus shooting. It is devoted to the healing and support of each individual as they browse and comment upon the items and contribute their own unique memories.

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Origami Cranes from Campus Memorials
Multiple strands/chains made from origami cranes. Quantity: 20. Size: (One made from all huskie dog logo paper) 96" long; (One made from green, red and white Christmas paper) 30" long; (Other 18 are multi-colored with the following lengths and quantities) Five at 3"-6" long, two at 12" long, three at 15" long, one at 21" long, three at 25" long, one at 36" long, one at 60" long, and one at 90" long.
Origami Cranes from Campus Memorials
Origami cranes made from a wide variety of paper - e.g. notebook paper, construction paper, origami paper, newspaper, etc. Three of them have black and red ribbons pinned to them and one is made from paper with huskie dog logos on it. There are also two black and red ribbons that are not attached to cranes at all. Also included is a pink paperclip reading: Tests. Quantity: 92. Size: Ranges from 1" to 8" wingspan.