The tragedy at Virginia Tech has touched everyone. My good friend Lauren is an alumni. She asked me to pass this message along:

Virginia Tech alumni are leading an effort to declare Friday, April 20 "Hokie Hope - Orange and Maroon Effect" day to honor those killed in the tragic shootings at the campus on Monday. Everyone is encouraged to show their support for the victims, their families and the Tech community by wearing orange and maroon. "Orange and Maroon Effect" was born several years ago as an invitation to Tech fans to wear orange and maroon to Virginia Tech athletic events. PLEASE JOIN US in this national effort to support Virginia Tech's students, faculty, staff, alumni, and friends! Be a part of the Virginia Tech family this Friday, wear orange and maroon to support the families of those who were lost, and to support the school and community