We are sorry to share the news of the passing of UConn student Joy Iwuagwu, who died unexpectedly on Jan. 26, 2023.
Joy, a native of Hamden, began her UConn career in the fall 2021 semester and was a communications major in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences.
Joy was a student intern in the Center for Career Development, where she assisted the digital marketing team in developing content for CCD programs and initiatives. She was also a member of the Black Students Association, and had previously been a content creator with UCTV, UConn’s student-run television station, where she recorded campus events and created videos for its YouTube channel.
Joy’s family will hold a service to honor her life, and friends from UConn are invited to attend. The service will be held this Friday (Feb. 10) at 11 a.m. at the Vertical Church, 225 Meloy Road, West Haven.
Condolences to the Iwuagwu family can be sent to the Dean of Students Office, 233 Glenbrook Road, Unit-4062, Storrs, Conn., 06269-4062.
Please remember there are resources available for any student needing support during this difficult time. Refer individual students to the offices listed below to connect with staff for assistance.
The staff in the Dean of Students in room 203, Wilbur Cross are available to help students navigate this difficult time. Students can stop by during drop-in hours, Monday through Friday from 1pm-3pm, no appointment needed at that time or they may call 860-486-3426 to request a meeting with an Assistant Dean.
Student Health & Wellness Mental Health Services, 4th floor of Arjona is available to provide support to the students who may be struggling. To make an appointment with SHaW-Mental Health call 860-486-4705 or schedule an appointment online. In addition, information about managing grief is located on the SHaW-Mental Health website. If you need help more immediately, resources can be accessed here.
This is a difficult time for the University as we navigate the many emotions people have after experiencing the loss of another community member. In addition to the sadness of this immediate incident, we are aware that tragedy may trigger our own personal histories of loss and grief. Staff and faculty are encouraged to reach out to UConn’s Employee Assistance Program if they are in need of support.
The loss of a community member is extremely difficult, and our deepest sympathy goes out to Joy’s family, and friends during this time of loss.
Sincerely,
Michael Gilbert, Vice President for Student Affairs
Fany D. Hannon, Interim Dean of Students
For more information, contact: the Dean of Student's Office at 860-486-3426