The University grieves the loss of a valued member of our community. Andry Evangelista passed away unexpectedly on June 7, 2020. A junior from Waterbury, Connecticut, Andry was studying Exercise Science in the College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources.
Andry was a very involved student with connections to the Public Health House, the Learning Community Council, the Learning Community Executive Council and the Club Track and Field Team. This past March Andry was scheduled to participate in an Alt Break service-learning trip to Philadelphia. He represented the best of UConn and his loss will be difficult to process.
For those wishing to pay their respect to Andry’s family, calling hours will be on Friday, June 12, 2020 from 9:30am-11:45am followed by a funeral service at 12:00pm at Casey’s Eastside Memorial Funeral Home, 1987 East Main St @ Southmayd Rd, Waterbury, CT 06705. Condolences to the Evangelista family can be sent to the Dean of Students Office, 233 Glenbrook Road, Unit-4062, Storrs, Connecticut 06269-4062.
This is a difficult time for the University as we navigate the many emotions people have after experiencing the loss of another community member. We write today to remind you of the resources available to students. The campus is not open for physical in person options but many offices are available to provide support through phone and/or video options. We encourage you to reach out to the offices listed below if you need support.
Student Health & Wellness - Mental Health Services is available to provide support to the Storrs campus community at this time of loss. To access Mental Health Services for a telehealth or phone appointment contact 860-486-4705. In addition, information about dealing with grief is located on the Mental Health Services website.
The staff in Dean of Students Office are available to help you as well. To meet with someone you can email dos@uconn.edu to make an appointment or sign up to meet with an Assistant Dean using Nexus.
This is a difficult time for UConn and for the Evangelista family. Our deepest sympathy goes out to the Andry’s family and friends during this time of loss.
Sincerely,
Michael Gilbert, Vice President for Student Affairs
Eleanor JB Daugherty, Associate Vice President for Student Affairs & Dean of Students
For more information, contact: Maureen Armstrong, Associate Dean of Students/Director, Dean of Students Office at dos@uconn.edu