We are sorry to share the news that Han Li has passed away unexpectedly on April 11, 2024. Han, a Sophomore was from North Attleboro, Massachusetts and began her UConn career in Fall 2022. Han was a Robotics Engineering major in the College of Engineering.
Han was a member of the Outing Club, the Ramen Club, worked in the Babbidge Library and the Engineering Technical Services. Han’s friends described her as someone who was very cheery and loved to cook. Han will be missed dearly by family and friends.
Condolences to the Han’s 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.
Student Health & Wellness Mental Health Services, 4th floor of Arjona is available to provide support to the students who may be struggling. There are a number of ways students can connect with SHaW:
- To make an appointment with SHaW-Mental Health call 860-486-4705 or schedule an appointment online.
- If you need help more immediately, resources including BeWell, the 24/7/365 mental health support line can be accessed here.
- Let’s Talk Mental Health Office Hours is a drop-in service available to students, visit here for dates, times, and locations: Let's Talk | Student Health and Wellness (uconn.edu).
- Information about managing grief is located on the SHaW-Mental Health website
Dean of Students Office - At any point in time please remember that the staff in the Dean of Students are available for students. Located in room 203, Wilbur Cross, the staff are available to help students navigate difficult experiences. Students can stop by during drop-in hours, Monday, Tuesday and Friday from 1pm-3pm, Thursdays from 9am – 11:30am and Wednesdays from 5pm-7pm in the Cultural Centers, no appointment needed at those times. Students who prefer an appointment, call 860-486-3426 to request a meeting with an Assistant Dean.
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.
These messages are so difficult to share as the loss of a community member is never easy. Our deepest sympathy goes out to Han’s family, and friends during this time.
Sincerely,
Nathan Fuerst, Vice President, Student Life and Enrollment
Fany D. Hannon, Interim Dean of Students
For more information, contact: Dean of Students Office at dos@uconn.edu