NC State reports fourth student suicide this year, the third this semester
A student at North Carolina State University has died by suicide, the fourth at the university this year, the university said.
The student was found dead in a residence hall after an apparent suicide, the university said Friday. The cause of death will be determined by the medical examiner, the university said.
“Words can’t express how sad and difficult this is for our students and campus,” the university said in a statement Friday. “The university is pouring every resource we have available into reaching our students in need and providing them support and guidance.”
After the third suicide, which occurred last month, NC State Chancellor Randy Woodson announced a “student wellness day” for Nov. 4, where classes would be canceled that day as well as exams or deadlines the following day.
Before then, NC State students called upon the university administration to do more to help those dealing with mental health issues.
A change.org petition garnered several thousand signatures and called for mental wellness days to be worked into the school schedule throughout every semester.
Student mental health issues have been seen across the country as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention consistently ranks suicide as the second leading cause of death for people ages 10-14 and 25-34.
If you need help
MENTAL HEALTH AND SUICIDE PREVENTION RESOURCES
- The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is a hotline for individuals in crisis or for those looking to help someone else. To speak with someone, dial 988.
- Crisis Text Line is a texting service for emotional crisis support. To speak with a trained listener, text HOME to 741741. This free, confidential service is available 24/7
RESOURCES FOR NC STATE STUDENTS
- NC State Wellness and Recreation provides wellness programs and services for students, faculty and staff. The Academic Success Center provides free programs and services for students.
- The Counseling Center and Faculty and Staff Assistance Program offer a variety of support services for everyone.
This story was originally published November 11, 2022 at 1:14 PM.