MSU has selected the design for a permanent Feb. 13 memorial to honor those lost, injured and impacted by the 2023 campus tragedy. The proposed design by Jessica Guinto and Carlos Portillo features a memorial fountain and benches in the Old Horticultural Garden near the Student Services Building. The design also incorporates elements such as water, white marble, split-faced black granite and seasonal plantings.
“From the earliest stages of this project—including input from those most directly impacted—through the final design selection, the MSU and surrounding communities played a vital role in shaping the memorial,” said Judith Stoddart, vice provost for University Arts and Collections. “Nearly 5,000 individuals contributed through surveys and focus groups, reflecting a collective commitment to honoring those we lost, supporting those affected and creating a lasting space for remembrance and reflection.”
Construction of the memorial is expected to be completed in Fall 2026.
