"[T]ake this occasion to care for one another," President Richard C. Levin urged the crowd that gathered on Sept. 11 for a candelight vigil on Cross Campus.

A Community of Concern

The following is the text of the remarks presented by President Richard C. Levin during the University Vigil on Cross Campus the evening of Sept. 11. I have always known this to be an extraordinary community, and to see all of you this evening is only to confirm what I have believed. Unthinkable acts of terror were perpetrated against thousands of innocent victims. This is a tragedy that disturbs the integrity of our nation and threatens the peace of the planet. And it is a tragedy that reaches in personal terms to all of us. What makes this moment so terrible is that there remains so much uncertainty. We not only grieve for the victims of this tragedy, but we suffer along with those who are still uncertain about the fate of family members and friends. At times such as these, we must come together as a community. Reach out to one another. Support one another. Yale is a community of concern, and to those of you who grieve and to those of you who are afraid, I say, we will do everything we can to help and support you. I know that the generosity of spirit that pervades this community will prevail. I know that you will all help one another. But to those who need more, I say, please seek help. Your deans, masters, teachers, all of the representatives of the Yale religious ministries, and the mental hygiene staff of the University Health Service -- we are all here for you, day and night. (See story, page 6.) We need to pull together as a community and help those with special vulnerability. Most obviously, those from the New York City and Washington areas who fear for loved ones. But also the new members of our community, first-year students who do not yet have deep roots here. Reach out especially to them. We must also not rush to judgment. We do not yet know who was responsible for these attacks, but we should remember that it was the work of individuals -- not the work of a people, a race or a unified nation. Let us not fracture our community. Finally, I would ask you to consider what you might do to help the victims of this tragedy. There is an urgent need for contributions of blood. I would urge you to [donate]. ... Above all, take this occasion to care for one another, to pray for those who suffer in grief or uncertainty, to pray for justice and for peace on earth. T H I SW E E K ' SS T O R I E S Campus Mourns Tragic Attacks A Community of Concern Perspectives from Yale Experts In the Wake of Tragedy Yale receives $15 million for human genome research 'Be part of the community' psychiatrist urges in tragedy's wake IN FOCUS: Mental Health Services Experts to discuss 'The Development of Earth and Its Life' Tercentennial exhibit showcases British masterpieces Early European views of 'Wilde Americk' explored in exhibit Law School 'runners' hope to beat Harvard to the beach Yale employees being treated to free football, tailgate party Conference to examine disparities in health care based on sex, race and income Peabody invites all interested to volunteer open house Memorial Services Campus Notes Bulletin Home|Visiting on Campus|Calendar of Events|In the News|Bulletin Board Yale Scoreboard|Classified Ads|Search Archives|Deadlines Bulletin Staff|Public Affairs Home|News Releases| E-Mail Us|Yale Home Page