
Magazine titled 'Tragedy Strikes UVA' documenting University of Virginia active shooter incident
History
This magazine documents a tragic active shooter incident at the University of Virginia, likely the November 2022 shooting that resulted in the deaths of three student-athletes and injuries to two others. Published by UVA Alumni, it serves as a commemorative publication preserving the memory and impact of this devastating event on the university community. Such publications are created to honor victims, document the incident for historical record, and provide context for understanding campus safety challenges. Magazines documenting campus tragedies are of particular interest to UVA alumni, university historians, campus safety professionals, and researchers studying violence prevention. These publications hold both emotional and historical significance, serving as important archival materials that preserve collective memory of tragic events. They are valued by university libraries, historical societies, and individuals connected to the affected community for their documentary importance and role in memorialization.
Origin
Charlottesville, Virginia, United States
Maker
UVA Alumni
Time period
circa 2022–2023