In Memoriam

  • The Passing of Dominique Courts

    It is with sadness that we share the loss of a valued member of our community Dominique Courts. Dominique passed away unexpectedly on 10.11.22. She was a doctoral student in the School of Social Work. Dominique was a member of the Black Students Association, UConn Collaborative Organizing, the CSD Advisory Committee, and President of the Graduate Students of Color Association.


    Condolences to the Courts family can be sent to the Dean of Students Office, 233 Glenbrook Road, Unit-4062, Storrs, Connecticut 06269-4062.

     

    The loss of a classmate is never easy and we acknowledge that people experience many emotions as we navigate the passing of a valued member of the UConn community. This is a difficult time for the University and we write today to remind you of the resources available to you and encourage you to reach out if needed.

     

    Student Health & Wellness Mental Health Services 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.

     

    Staff in the Dean of Students Office are available to meet with you if that would be helpful. To schedule a meeting please call 860-486-3426. Alternatively, email dos@uconn.edu and request a meeting with an Assistant Dean.

     

    This is a difficult time for the UConn community and for the Courts family. Our deepest sympathy goes out to Dominique’s family and friends during this time of loss.

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    Sincerely,

     

     Michael Gilbert, Vice President for Student Affairs

    Eleanor JB Daugherty, Associate Vice President for Student Affairs & Dean of Students

    For more information, contact: Dean of Students at dos@uconn.edu