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Loved ones of the five victims of the Feb. 14, 2008, shootings put roses on the Cole Hall memorial during the wreath-laying ceremony in 2013.

Moment of silence to be held to honor Feb. 14, 2008, shooting victims

By Northern Star staff | January 28, 2015

A moment of silence will be held for the victims of the Feb. 14, 2008, shooting, on that date this year, according to an NIU Today news release.The tolling of five bells will occur at 3:06 p.m., according to the release, in remembrance of the five students...

Ceremony toned down for year six

By Northern Star Staff | February 11, 2014

Five bells will ring Friday to remember the five students lost in the Feb. 14, 2008, shooting.The bells will recognize Gayle Dubowski, Catalina Garcia, Julianna Gehant, Ryanne Mace and Daniel Parmenter.“The bells serve as a reminder of the forward,...

DeKalb schools begin observing moment of silence

By Melissa Mastrogiovanni | January 24, 2011

DeKALB | After morning announcements Wednesday, DeKalb public school students experienced a new addition to their morning routine. Students were asked to take a moment of silence for personal reflection before they began their day. This new practice came...