‘Vandal Strong’ candlelight vigil held to honor UI students
University of Idaho held vigil Wednesday; over 1,000 people attended to pay respects to victims, families
Students and community members gathered on Wednesday, Nov. 30, to honor the lives of the four U of I students.
December 1, 2022
Students entering the Kibbie Dome before the Candelight Vigil held for the four University of Idaho students who lost their lives.
Idaho State Police stood guard by the podium in Kibbie Dome.
Idaho Govenor Brad Little attended the vigil.
“Vandal Strong” items were available for all the people who came to the vigil
Information was available to attendees, with a scanable QR code.
Dean of Students Blaine Eckles began the vigil with a speech for all the victims and Vandals.
President C. Scott Green spoke to everyone second, and shared his condolences with the community.
Stacy Chapin, Ethan Chapin’s mother, talked about UI and what a special connection her family has with it.
Steve Goncalves, Kaylee Goncalves’ father, talked about the beautiful friendship his daughter and Madison Mogen had.
Ben Mogen, Madison Mogen’s father, spoke about his daughters love for music and how they spent time at concerts together.
Students raised up their candles in a moment of silence to honor the victims.
One student holding their candle up during a prayer led by a local church.
The students and community put their heads down during the prayer to honor their fellow students.
