Sean Collier

It takes a special person to be an MIT officer. You have to know they see students in the midst of hacks and simply keep a watchful eye as they go about their hijinks. There are probably also moments they may have to stop students who are going a bit too far, and convince these incredibly bright kids that they might be making a poor choice that could affect them for a long time. And then there are the students who are at their absolute stress limits, who these officers might find doing things that could harm themselves or others. That ability to judge, moment to moment, how to handle the smartest people in the world as they strive and struggle and stumble through their young lives is a special gift. I sense from the little bit I have read of Officer Collier that he had that gift. It has been many years since I was at MIT, but we never forget our time there, to include all those seen and unseen who helped us through. My deepest sympathies to Officer Collier’s family and to the MIT community.

Hi Sean,

With all the wonderful things I've heard about you, it saddens me to know that I didn't get to meet you. Despite the fact that we never got acquainted, it hurts my heart to have lost such a strong, loving individual that stole the hearts of so many MIT community members.

I don't want to grieve anymore. Instead, I choose to take with me the memory of a great man who was loved by so many, and the inspiration to do good. You showed MIT your dedication to protecting the people you love, a quality I admire and hope to emulate to the fullest extent.

And, maybe, we can all work together to make the world a more caring and compassionate place. For you, and for everyone else.

Thanks for everything.
-dkim

As a wife of a sheriff deputy I would like to thank you for giving your life for the protection of others. My heart and prayers go out to your family and fellow officers and I know God is giving you a special place in Heaven.

May God bless you Sean, and his angels keep you under their wings so that no more harm should come to you. My thoughts and prayers to your family and friends....Rest in peace, You are a hero.... much to young to die!

As a wife of a former police officer, I understand the dangers being faced daily by our law enforcement agencies. So it is painful when I hear that another one of our dedicated officers is taken so suddenly and unexpectedly. My heart goes out to Sean's family and those that love him. Rest in peace Sean. And God bless your family and bring them comfort and peace.

As an alum and frequent CP safe rider back in the day, I am forever indebted to the MIT Campus Police for keeping me, my friends, classmates, and everyone on campus safe and free from harm. At a time when there are no words to express the grief and pain being suffered, I hope that everyone can find solace in the memories we have as well as in the support of friends and strangers who understand our heavy hearts and allow us to lean upon them. The entire MIT community and the Collier family are in my heart and thoughts.

Surely you will rest in heaven, because you served your country at the highest level one can ask. My prayers go out to your family that they will find peace in the knowledge that you died doing what you loved the most, protecting others.

Although it is many years since I was at MIT, I remember the vital role that the MIT Police play on campus and was shocked to hear of this terrible news. My deepest sympathy to Office Collier's family and to all who knew him.

dear sean
rest in peace brother, i was shocked, when i heard about the boston bombing but i was more shocked when i heard that a police offier was kiled! it hurted more when i a young police officer like you was kiled. so i dediced my day today to remember you and athoer one who was kiled in the boston event. rest in peace brother! you will always be remembered by me. i will never forget you brother, thank you for serving for your country!

rest in peace sean! i will allways remeber you, thank you for your service

your friend andre
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The MIT Campus Police are, and always were, there for the students and faculty. In the spring of my freshman year I fell ill and was about to collapse in the Infinite Corridor. Seemingly out of nowhere, a campus patrolman caught me before I hit the floor and got me to Medical. Sean Collier was in the tradition of that man whom I remember only as "Bob." Rest in peace, Sean.

My condolences to Sean's family and friends. Sean sounds like he was an amazing person, loved by all he came in contact with. He gave the ultimate sacrifice.

My deepest sympathy to Sean's family, friends and colleagues