Monday, April 7, 2008

University community mourns

We mourn the loss of three fine young people – April Englund, Amanda Rief, and Scott Hams. Our thoughts and prayers reach out to the family and loved ones of each of them--as we all in our own way struggle to make sense of this tragedy.



A void exists in the lives of many and in the UW-Stout community. They were part of the fabric of this university; they interacted with and touched the lives of so many, and now they are gone. Perhaps we can best sustain this by celebrating those lives, remembering them as they were and remembering what they brought to their family and friends, and to us.



They had dreams and aspirations, and perhaps at this time, the UW-Stout community might rededicate itself to maintain a healthy, strong, vibrant community where all are respected and where all have a supporting, caring environment; and where all can reach their greatest potential.