Christian Samay, a Bucknell University student, died.
According to a university statement, Samay was a member of the Class of 2024. Samay, from Mountain Lakes, New Jersey, was a political science major and treasurer for Bucknell’s Phi Gamma Delta chapter. The institution emphasized the availability of counselors for students who needed help during this tough period.
Christian Samay, a Bucknell University student, died. According to the university’s announcement, Samay was a member of the Class of 2024.
“It is with a sorrowful heart that I report the loss of a Bucknell student on campus today. Together, we mourn the death of Christian Samay ’24. This is an awful loss for the Bucknell community, and our thoughts are with Christian’s family and friends, said university President John Bravman.
Bravman confirmed that Samay’s death was not related to the false claim of an active shooter on campus the night before. He reiterated that there is no suspicion regarding Samay’s death.
I would want to point out that his death was unrelated to yesterday night’s active shooter scare and school lockdown, and the circumstances are not suspicious. We appreciate your support and respect for the privacy of everyone concerned. Bravman
Samay, from Mountain Lakes, New Jersey, was a political science major and treasurer for Bucknell’s Phi Gamma Delta chapter.
The institution emphasized the availability of counselors for students who needed help during this tough period.
Throughout the weekend, the university will provide the following resources to any student seeking help in the aftermath of this horrific tragedy:. Counselors are accessible over the phone this weekend. Please call 570-577-1604 and select Option 2 to talk with the on-call counselor.
Additionally, the Counseling & Student Development Center website provides several opportunities for
Students will need assistance in the next few days and weeks. Students can also view the crisis text.
Line (www.crisistextline.org). Text HOME to 741741 at any moment, in any crisis. Campus.
Chaplains are accessible and may be contacted at chaplains@bucknell.edu,” the institution stated.
