Originally Posted By DlandJB My niece at Virginia Tech sent the following note this morning: Virginia Tech family members across the country have united to declare this Friday, April 20th, an "Orange and Maroon Effect" day to honor those killed in the tragic events on campus Monday, and to show support for Virginia Tech students, faculty, administrators, staff, alumni, and friends. "Orange and Maroon Effect" was born several years ago as an invitation to Tech fans to wear orange and maroon to Virginia Tech athletic events. We invite everyone from all over the country to be a part of the Virginia Tech family this Friday, to wear orange and maroon to support the families of those who were lost, and to support the school and community we all love so much. Please wear orange and/or maroon on Friday.
Originally Posted By wahooskipper I think this is a great idea...but I don't know how much orange and maroon I have in my wardrobe. If this puts the focus back on the victims and the school...and off of the killer...I'm all for it.
Originally Posted By Tinkerbell819 I like the idea, too. I agree, that the killer is getting so much attn. (especially now with the video and photos he left being shown non-stop, I haven't watched it b/c it's too upsetting and I know he wanted people to watch it so I turn the tv off when it comes on.) that the victims are not our main focus. I wish there was more I could do than wear orange or maroon, though.
Originally Posted By wahooskipper When I was in college I was an RA at Kent State. (Another school that will forever be tied to a national tragedy.) In any event, I know some people in the College Housing field and have asked that they contact me if some sort of college fund is set up. I believe two RA's were killed, including "Stack" who responded at the first incident and was killed trying to help.
