Second WWU student found dead; Body found in dorm building

Just hours after Western Washington University reported that a student died on campus last night after an apparent fall from Nash Hall, the university confirms that a second student died Wednesday evening. The second student was found unresponsive in the Alma Clark Glass Hall residence hall this morning.

Law enforcement is investigating both cases and said there is no evidence of foul play or a connection between the two deaths, Western said in a news release.

The family of the second student was also notified.

President Sabah Randhawa released a statement at 1pm on Thursday confirming the second death.

“No words can describe our shock and sadness at these two heartbreaking events, and our thoughts are with the families of our students whose lives will be forever changed by their losses,” he wrote. He said the university would release private details about the students' deaths only with the permission of their families and after law enforcement and the coroner complete the investigation into both deaths.

“Over the next few days and weeks, our counselors and Student Affairs will provide campus-wide support to students and community members who are struggling,” Randhawa said. “We will reach out to campus community members who were close to these students, resident advisors and academic staff.”

Students can seek support 24 hours a day from the WWU Counseling and Wellness Center at 360-650-3164. Employees can access assistance through the Employee Assistance Program at 877-313-4455.

Charlotte Alden is CDN's general assignment/company reporter; reach her at [email protected]; 360-922-3090 ext 123.