UMass Boston Plans Commemorative Activities On Campus in Memory of September 11

(Boston, MA) On the first-year anniversary of September 11, UMass Boston will host a series of on-campus events and a memorial service in remembrance of lives lost during the terrorist attacks. The day will begin with a bagpipe rendition of "Amazing Grace" on the University Plaza at 8:45 a.m., followed by a procession, and a campus-wide moment of silence. On a "Wall of Remembrance" banner displayed in McCormack Hall's Ryan Lounge, members of the university community will be able to record their thoughts, feelings, prayers, and poems. The events also will include a faculty panel discussion and the Memorial of Hope Service and Reception. Ongoing support will be available throughout the day in the university chapel, counseling center, and health services center. A complete listing of events is available online at www.umb.edu/memorial. They include:

· In Memory of September 11
8:45 a.m., University Plaza
Bagpipe rendition of "Amazing Grace."
Procession to McCormack and Wheatley Halls.
Moment of Silence.

· Wall of Remembrance
All-day, McCormack Hall, Ryan Lounge, 3rd floor

· Faculty Panel Discussion
12:00 p.m., McCormack Hall, Ryan Lounge, 3rd floor

· Memorial of Hope Service
3:00 - 4:00 p.m., McCormack Hall, Ryan Lounge, 3rd floor

· Video Loop of Memorial of Hope Service
5:30 p.m., McCormack Hall, Info Desk, 1st floor

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