Colordo State University Marks Anniversary of September 11th with Noon Ceremony

The Colorado State University community will gather at noon on Sept. 11 on the Lory Student Center Plaza. Colorado State University President Albert C. Yates will lead a ceremony remembering the victims of September 11th, honoring those who have contributed to the nation’s ongoing recovery, and to make a commit to a future of understanding.

Del Sandfort, assistant professor in the Department of Environmental Health who lead a team of seven environmental health experts through a week at Ground Zero in New York City, is among special guest speakers.

Reporters are welcome to cover the ceremony. Photo opportunities include a Peace Pole dedication in the university sculpture garden. The Peace Pole is a 7 foot tall, four-sided cedar pole with that carries the words "May peace prevail on earth" in eight languages.