Message From Virginia Tech Chapter Prytanis
 

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Tuesday, April 17, 2007
Xi Omega Chapter -- Virginia Tech

Dear Fraters,

I would like to thank the numerous fraters from all chapters that have expressed their condolences due to the shootings that happened on April 16, 2007 at Virginia Tech. I am fortunate to say that no Tekes were harmed in the incident; however, good friends have been lost.

The support that I have received from all levels of Tau Kappa Epsilon is overwhelming. I have truly never been more proud to wear the letters of TKE. The Fraters of Xi-Omega ask that you keep the families and friends of the victims in your prayers as we continue through this time in our collegiate lives. The hardest part is still to come as we continue to try and make sense of this horrific incident.

Yours in the Bond,
Bryce Simmons
Prytanis
Xi-Omega Chapter

Posted by Brian T. Ferber at 10:22 AM



26 comments:
HurricaneM9 said...
To the Fraters of the Xi- Omega Chapter,
No one can possibly understand what you and your school are going through and I don't try to pretend like I know. An event like that changes people. It changes how we act and our outlook on life. All or prayers and wishes go out to you as a chapter and to your entire student body there in Blacksburg.

YITB
Sigma Omicron #288
Frater Chris Morris
"Potter"
Middle Tennessee State University

April 17, 2007 1:19 PM
Matthew said...
To the Fraters of the Xi-Omega Chapter,

The members of the Pi-Lambda chapter sent our heartfelt condolences to your members and friends. Senseless events of violence like this should never happen and I hope that this event is never repeated. Your brothers across this nation share your pain and will contribute in anyway we can.

Yours in the Bond,
Matthew Maxson
Pi-Lambda 462
Chapter Hegemon
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
matthew.maxson@unlv.edu

April 17, 2007 4:01 PM
Bobby said...
Dear Fraters-Please accept condolences from the Epsilon Sigma chapter, University of Central Oklahoma in Edmond Oklahoma. You are all in our prayers.

Bobby Garrett
Epsilon Sigma 495

April 17, 2007 4:03 PM
UNCWtke said...
To the Fraters of the Xi-Omega Chapter,

Your brothers from from the Mu Chi chapter just want to let you know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. As Fraters Maxson and Morris have already stated, this was a senseless tragedy; however, your chapter, and your campus will certainly persevere. If there is anything we can do please do not hesitate to contact us.

YITB,
Jason Lynch
Mu-Chi 201
Chapter Hegemon
University of North Carolina at
Wilmington
rjl5883@uncw.edu

April 17, 2007 4:58 PM
Zach said...
Fraters of the Xi-Omega Chapter,

To echo the thoughts of Frater Morris from Middle Tennessee State U., there is no possible way that any of the rest of us can graspe the life-changing magnitude and overwhelming sense of "why?" that all of you are feeling as the innocent victims of this horrendous, wicked, and senseless tragedy. Life is a precious thing and one we are blessed with for a precious and cherished time on the planet - when that is abruptly ended or shattered, it shakes your soul to its very foundation. God Bless all of you and here it to you affirmation of your own lives, appreciation for every moment of every day you live from this moment forward. Your TKE brothers in Missouri and Kansas can't completely identify or immerse themselves in your paid, but we can pray that you all find healing, peace, strength, and an intensified love of life and each other as a result of this tragedy. May the Supreme Being of the universe protect and preserve you.

YITB,
Zach Ramsay, Province Advisor
TKE #210 Xi-Eta
Missouri Western State University

April 17, 2007 5:29 PM
James Linton said...
Xi-Omega The thoughts of all the Canadain Tekes are with you guys in these times. And while we are sad to hear of the tragic events we are very glad to hear you are all yourselves safe.
We wish you the best in your efforts to move forward but never forget this tragic event

YITB
Frater James Linton
Upsilon-Eta Chapter #7
University of Ontario

April 17, 2007 5:35 PM
Kellen said...
Fraters of the Xi Omega Chapter,
You are in the thoughts and prayers of your fraters of the Zeta Pi Chapter at Culver-Stockton College. Our condolences go out to you and your fellow students who have to endure this terrible experience. The tragedy is still fresh in the minds of everyone, but time will heal all pains. For now, remember that your fraters from across the globe are here for your support in this time of need.

Yours in the Bond,

Frater Kellen Craig
Zeta Pi #561
Past Prytanis
Culver-Stockton College
Canton, MO
kecraig@culver.edu

April 17, 2007 7:52 PM
Michael said...
To the Fraters at VT,

The members of the Lambda-Iota Chapter at Florida State send our condolences to your chapter, fellow classmates, and to the families of those who perished. We hold you all in our hearts and prayers. Let us know if there is anyway we can do to help you get through this ordeal. Keep strong.

YITB,

Frater Mike Boyle
Lambda-Iota #850
Florida State University
MJBoyleII@gmail.com

April 17, 2007 8:00 PM
Brennen said...
The Fraters at the University of Northern Iowa, Delta Tau Chapter, wish to extend their prayers and thoughts to you. We are with you in this tragedy in spirit. We will continue to extend support and our prayers to your chapter as well as your student body.

YITB
Delta Tau #723
Brennen Gibson
"D'Marco"
Histor

April 17, 2007 8:31 PM
Gary Mills said...
Fraters of the Xi-Omega chapter,
Everyone of the fraters from the Epsilon Sigma Chapter at the University of Central Oklahoma send their condolences. We are are very sorry for what you are going through, and we want you to know that we are here for whatever is needed. We may be hundreds of miles away, but we are all fraters under the same bond.

Gary Mills
Hypophetes
Epsilon Sigma #745

April 17, 2007 9:54 PM
Oliver said...
Dear Fraters of Xi-Omega

We at Alpha Pi wanted to take a moment to express our deepest sympathies over the events at your campus Monday morning. Having just received notice that all of your brothers are safe and sound is a huge relief to all of us, but we realize that the pain that you all must be feeling is incomprehensible and not soon to fade. In reflecting within our own chapter, we continue to appreciate that it is events such as these that truly exemplify the strength of the fraternity, and how in the face of crisis we only become stronger. You have our promise to help in any possible way as you continue through these difficult times. Whether our help can be utilized through awareness, philanthropic assistance, or just an outlet to get out of Virginia for the weekend with a road trip, our assistance is always ready and our doors are always open. Our thoughts and prayers are constantly with you and please do not hesitate for a moment if we can assist in any way at all.

Yours in the Bond,
Oliver Gilbert
Alpha Pi 790
Prytanis
George Washington University
otgilbert@gmail.com

April 17, 2007 11:55 PM
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April 18, 2007 12:56 AM
Nverlan7 said...
Xi- Omega Chapter,

I cannot begin to comprehend the tragedy that happened on your campus Monday morning. I hope all of you are safe. Im not going to pretend like I know what all of you must be going through, but I know if you guys need anything, the Phi colony is here for you. We will do anything we can to help. I wish God's blessings on you in the hard upcoming days.

YITB
Phi Colony
Frater Nick Verlaney
"Fonz"
University of Nebraska

April 18, 2007 1:00 AM
Gabe Azcarate said...
Dear Fellow Fraters of XI-Omega. My deepest and heartfelt feelings and condolences go to you, your friends, family, and to Virginia Tech. My prayers are with you in this time of need. May the Creator bless you and keep you all.
Yours In The Bond,
Gabriel Azcarate
Gamma Gamma #510
"85"
UTEP-Alumni

April 18, 2007 2:01 AM
Josh said...
Dear Fraters of the Xi-Omega chapter,
My deepest apologies go out to your chapter as well as your student body and the families of those who were both killed and injured. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

YITB
Theta Iota #658
Frater Joshua Raymond
"Noodles"
Northern Michigan University

April 18, 2007 7:28 AM
Mat said...
To the Fraters of the Xi- Omega Chapter, The members of the Omicron Iota Chapter at Rowan University in New Jersey, send our condolences to your chapter, fellow classmates, and to the families of those who were hurt in this tragedy. We are here for you every step of the way. You are all welcome to come up our way for a little rest and relaxation.

Yours In The Bond,
Frater Mathew Krantz
Chapter Cryso
Rowan University
nookiewacookie1@aol.com

April 18, 2007 9:52 AM
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April 18, 2007 10:08 AM
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April 18, 2007 10:09 AM
Eric said...
Fraters,

My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you at Virginia Tech. What a horrific event to happen to such a young group of people. I am joyed to hear that my Fraternity Brothers are okay, but saddened by the loss of those at VT. You always have your Brothers for support. Hang in there. My thoughts are with all of you.

YITB,
Eric Edwards #543
Zata-Zata Chapter
Alumni and Past Prytanis
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee

April 18, 2007 10:10 AM
Eric said...
Fraters,

My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you at Virginia Tech. What a horrific event to happen to such a young group of people. I am joyed to hear that my Fraternity Brothers are okay, but saddened by the loss of those at VT. You always have your Brothers for support. Hang in there. My thoughts are with all of you.

YITB,
Eric
Zata-Zata Chapter
Alumni and Past Prytanis

April 18, 2007 10:11 AM
Daniel said...
To the Fraters of Xi Omega chapter,

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you and your friends. This is undeniably senseless and the worst event in history. There are no words that one can truly say to express what y'all have gone through. Also, there aren't words for the sorrow that we all feel for you. The members of the Epsilon Omicron chapter at the University of Houston are here for all of you whenever you need us. Please accept our condolences.

YITB,
Daniel de la Fuente
Epsilon Omicron 750
chango911@yahoo.com

April 18, 2007 10:38 AM
Wing Jack Chu said...
To the Fraters of Xi-Omega Chapter,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May you and your friends will be safe and protected, but allow your strength and courage be strong. I believe that this incident has broughten us brothers closer together. Your brother's pain and suffering has touched each and everyone one of us, only to make us stronger as men.

YITB
Wing Jack Chu
Alpha Alpha #414
Rho-Delta Chapter
Cal Poly Pomona
wjchu@csupomona.edu

April 18, 2007 10:46 AM
Eric said...
The Pi Omecron chapter at Northern Kentucky University wants to send our condolences to you members and that all of the pain and grieving you are going through is un-imaginal, your in our thoughts and prayers.

YITB
Pi Omicron #352
Frater Eric Jenkins
Northern Kentucky University

April 18, 2007 11:00 AM
Anonymous said...
To the Fraters of Xi Omega Chapter,

I want you to know that the entire TKE Family is keeping you and the student body in our prayers at this time of loss. We alway think of our schools as being a safe place and I pray Virginia Tech will quickly return to one. Take the time to grow closer to each other and your fellow students, you never know what the day will bring. Don't forget your Bond extends to everyone who has ever worn the TKE Badge and we are here for you!

YITB
Michael O'Connor, EO253
Epsilon Omicron
University of Houston
Alumni

April 18, 2007 4:33 PM
GNTEKE707 said...
To all of you at the Xi-Omega chapter Fraters Eric Lopez # 698 Zach Romal # 707 and Chad Varner # 708 of the Gamma-Nu chapter send our condolences and prayers to all of you. We cannot understand what you must be going through right now. Never forget and remember that we are all family and that we are all here to help. May God be with you and the VA Tech student body


YITB
Zach Romal
Gamma-Nu #707
University of Toledo

April 18, 2007 6:51 PM
Delta-Pi said...
To the Fraters of the Xi-Omega Chapter,

The Fraters of the Delta Pi Chapter at Eastern Michigan University send our condolences. We are relieved to see that no Fraters were injured or killed, however our hearts go out to those hurt directly or indirectly by this horrific tragedy. Love and Best Wishes.

YITB,
Frater William Hesse
Delta Pi #1009
Eastern Michigan University

April 18, 2007 8:33 PM
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