UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — In remembrance of those who lost their lives during the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks and their tragic aftermath, events and resources are being offered for Penn State campus and community members across the commonwealth for the 20th commemoration.
“Each year, as the Penn State community and nation mourns this tragedy, we are reminded of our strength and resilience as a nation and as a society,” said Penn State President Eric J. Barron. “We must continue to collectively stand together and do our utmost to provide mutual support and comfort during this time. We deeply miss our loved ones and should continue to act with honor and dignity for their legacies. I hope all Penn Staters take time this week, and on the day itself, to reflect, remember and look to the future.”
From Sept. 6 to Sept. 13, Penn State will display an American flag on the front of Old Main at University Park in memory of all lost alumni, friends, family and peers. Additionally, on Sept. 11, the chimes in the Old Main bell tower will ring in remembrance of the four devastating events that occurred on that day in 2001. The Old Main chimes will ring at:
- 8:46 a.m. for American Airlines Flight 11 that was crashed into the North Tower of the World Trade Center in New York;
- 9:03 a.m. for United Airlines Flight 175 that was crashed into the South Tower of the World Trade Center in New York;
- 9:37 a.m. for American Airlines Flight 77 that was crashed into the western façade of the Pentagon in Washington, D.C.; and
- 10:03 a.m. for United Airlines Flight 93 that crashed in Shanksville, Pennsylvania.
“I actively encourage individuals that may be affected by trauma related to Sept. 11 to reach out to University units providing services to obtain support,” said Natalie DePalma, co-interim senior director for Penn State Counseling and Psychological Services. “I want our Penn State community to know that they are not alone during this difficult time and that…