5 events for Aggies in Remembrance of 9/11
This Thursday marks 24 years since the 9/11 terrorist attacks. Although the tragedies occurred in New York City, Virginia and Pennsylvania, the entirety of the United States remains dedicated to honoring and remembering the lives lost that day. According to 911memorial.org, 2,977 people were killed, 441 of those being first responders. Here are five ways Utah State University students can remember of the tragedy:
9/11 Commemoration: Honoring the Past, Building the Future
On Sept. 11 at the Carol and Jim Laub Plaza in Logan, there will be an event commemorating 9/11 and the founding of Cache Community Connections. The CCC was established following a community gathering in honor of the attacks shortly after they occurred, and now it works to address the various needs of the community.
The event will run from 7–8 p.m. According to explorelogan.com, attendees are encouraged to bring chairs and a flower for the flower meditation. There will also be music and speakers present. This event is free and open to all.
Commemorative Stair Climb
In honor of the 9/11 first responders, there will be a commemorative stair climb on Sept. 11 at Maverik Stadium hosted by the HURD. The gates will open at 7 p.m., and the event will begin at 7:30 p.m. on the south concourse. There will be parking available in the stadium parking lot.
Everyone from firefighters, students and the public are encouraged to join. Attendees are free to run as many stairs as they’d like and wear whatever they are comfortable in.
National Day of Service and Remembrance
On Sept. 13, there are seven service projects that need volunteers in honor of the National Day of Service and Remembrance. The opening ceremony will commence at Cedar Ridge Elementary School in Hyde Park. USU’s ROTC will perform an honor guard flag ceremony at 8:30 a.m. Attendees are asked to wear red, white or blue to show support.
Different projects to participate in include quilting, sorting donated clothes, trail restoration and beautification. These will be happening across Cache Valley from Smithfield to Green Canyon. More information on specific opportunities and required equipment can be found at explorelogan.com.
USU 9/11 Memorial
At the USU Botanical Center in Kaysville, there is a memorial honoring the remembrance of 9/11. The outdoor plaza featuring a statue and memorial wall was completed in 2013. As stated on extension.usu.edu, two of the victims of the tragedy were from Kaysville and another was a USU graduate. It also contains the names of 129 servicewomen and men from Utah who lost their lives in the war on terrorism. This memorial is open year-round.
9/11 Anniversary Digital Learning Experience
For Aggies who are unable to attend in-person events this year, whether remote or otherwise, the 9/11 Memorial & Museum in New York City is offering a digital learning experience on Sept. 11 from 7 a.m.–1 p.m. MST. This will include a film containing stories from first responders, family members and veterans.
Throughout the allotted time, museum staff will be answering questions from the audience via a live chat. The experience is free to all and can be accessed at 911memorial.org.