Message from President Phil Oldham on the passing of a Tennessee Tech student
Tennessee Tech President Phil Oldham released the following message to students, faculty
and staff in a campus email earlier today (Nov. 2):
Students, faculty and staff:
I am deeply saddened to share with you that, earlier this morning, a member of our
student community passed away from self-
inflicted harm. I have met with the student's family and shared the university's heartfelt
sympathies for their unimaginable loss.
As we process this news together, I encourage you to reach out to those around you,
extend an added measure of kindness and be ready to listen and offer support. In times
like these, let us remind ourselves and each other: no one is alone, every person
has immeasurable worth and help is always available.
Today's homecoming game and other activities will continue with a moment of silence
to memorialize the student we have lost. In the coming days, we will share additional
details about how we can come together as a community to remember our fellow Golden
Eagle and support each other in this time of loss.
If you are needing help, the university's Center for Counseling and Mental Health Wellness is on standby. Our Eagle Eye Crisis Hotline is also available to students 24/7 at
855-206-8997.
Please join Kari and I in keeping the student's family and friends close in our prayers.
