Welcome to the Vandal Healing Garden and Memorial
A few things to keep in mind while in the space…
1. Mindful Movement: Walk gently and mindfully to avoid disrupting others' moments of reflection.
2. No Climbing: To preserve the garden's beauty and integrity, please refrain from climbing on plants, sculptures, and seating areas.
3. Photography: Feel free to take photos for personal use, but please be respectful of othersʼ privacy and avoid capturing individuals without their consent.
About the Memorial
The sculpture in the center of this space honors Xana Kernodle, Ethan Chapin, Kaylee Goncalves, and Maddie May Mogen.
As you move around the sculpture, observe how the light dances across the panels.
Standing at the dedicated name plates, you can identify colorful panels associated with each individualʼs name.
The panels portray the vibrancy that these students brought to our Vandal community and speaks to the lights they were to those around them.
Should You Feel the Need at Any Time, Please Reach Out
University of Idaho Counseling and Mental Health Center
Mary Forney Hall, 3rd Floor
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(208)-855-6716 (Select option #3 in the evenings and weekends for assistance) File a Vandal CARE report at uidaho.edu/vandalcare if you are concerned about someone 24/7 Suicide Hotline Call 988
Grief and Healing
In our community, grief finds solace in unity.
Together as Vandals, we draw strength from shared values, evolving from a student body into a family bound by deep connections. The Vandal Healing Garden and Memorial embodies this bond, offering a space for personal rituals of remembrance. Here, intimate reflections and shared moments foster security and ignite hope on our campus.