Grieving the loss of Sarah

Reading week marks a week off for students. It is a nice chance to catch up on some sleep, your favorite shows, hang out with friends and just relax. Unfortunately tragedy has struck our campus as we mourn the loss of a first year Communication Arts Student, Sarah Plumer.

I did not know Sarah personally, but the amount of support and sadness over social media has made me aware of the impact she had on our campus. I want to remind each one of you who is affected by this loss, to seek help and do not keep what you are feeling bottled inside. Grieving is a process which our campus will go through together. We all grieve differently. Some of us are shocked, angry, depressed, in denial, or deeply upset by what has happened to Sarah.  I encourage those who are affected by this tragedy to talk to someone. Whether that is talking with a friend or visiting counselling services here at Lethbridge College. You are not alone.

Sarah may be gone, but she will never be forgotten. I hope that students and staff affected by this tragedy can find peace, and I want to extend my most sincere sympathies to Sarah’s family.
Counselling services at the college are free and 100% confidential. Don’t be afraid to seek help during this difficult time.
Lethbridge College Counselling Services 403-320-3351
Crisis Intervention Program 403-381-1116
Distress Line 403-327-7905