NIU students, faculty, friends and family met in King Memorial Commons Tuesday night during a vigil honoring the victims and families of the University of Central Arkansas shootings.

The shooting took place on Sunday near a dormitory where two students were killed and one was injured.

“I would like to offer my sincere condolences to Ryan Henderson, Chavares Block, Martrevis Norman and their families at this time,” said Ryan Sego, a Huskies United member.

Those who attended were given candles and an opportunity to sign a banner dedicated to the University upon their arrival.

Sego said Huskies United would go to the University of Central Arkansas to dedicate the banner.

Brent Keller, president of the Student Association, offered his respects concerning both the victims of the University of Central Arkansas and the victims of Feb. 14 at NIU.

“We have gathered here to let the university know that they are not alone,” Keller said.

Pastor Diane Darlow, of the Lutheran Campus Ministry, led the group in a prayer and moment of silence while recognizing what she called a senseless act of violence.

Three counselors stood by for the event: Sheryl Frye from the office of Support and Advocacy and both Lisa Vanderveer and Darsha Primich of the counseling center.

“They are here to help anybody who needs it,” Sego said.

James Brunson, the assistant vice president of Diversity and Equity in Student Affairs, said when he was first informed of the tragedy his initial thoughts were “healing pain requires not only time, but faith.”