Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. GU Needs to see this and do something about it before more of the student body turns to the worst leaving family, teammates, family, and anyone they knew heartbroken. We as a student body across the country and across the world need to have our voices heard not only by the faculty but ll of our respective universities but on a national and international level. Anonymous Mar 14, 2021 at 8:21 pm. Paying for Gannon University. We cannot keep going on as we have been. A school spokesperson released a statement to KDKA: "All of us here at Seneca Valley were profoundly and deeply saddened to hear of Abbie Brynda's passing. "Wonderful alumni who never missed a game, awesome soccer player and student-athlete. Excellently written. They mourned the loss of graduation and in person celebrations this past spring, they have walked along side you from the admissions process, through major changes, roommate conflicts, internship placements, and look forward to celebrating your wins just as much sometimes, though it may be hard believe, more than you! We cannot lose more classmates, peers, teammates, family members or friends. c) If the eligible colleague dies or becomes totally disabled prior to reaching the minimum Sister James Francis was born in Meadville, PA, on April 2, 1925, the daughter of the late James Francis and Luella (Duffy) Mulligan. The anguish was obvious as we gathered last night and joined in prayer, and it is palpable in the many messages being shared and our interactions across campus today. No way. Students have been screaming for help. What about peer support groups? My name is Anna Malesiewski, and I am the features editor for The Gannon Knight. As said in the comments above, the administration is trying their hardest as many do not even have the opportunity to be on campus. Brynda was a junior nursing major. A response of 1.5 days off nearly 3 weeks out. Young adult suicide rates are increasing dramatically. In 2020, the most popular Bachelor's Degree concentrations at Gannon University were Other Health Professions & Related Clinical Sciences (94 degrees awarded), Registered Nursing (57 degrees), and Kinesiology & Exercise Science (44 degrees). PITTSBURGH (KDKA) - Investigators in Erie are continuing to look into the death of a Gannon University student over the weekend. Using a fellow students death for you own personal agenda is disgusting. How can we be expected to push through a. semester with no breaks while the world is crashing around us, when our worlds are crashing down within us? 2014 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. Anonymous Mar 16, 2021 at 2:38 pm. I have watched my peers try and reach out for help, but their needs are not met. For her senior project, she raised nearly $7,000 to help purchase a service dog for a family friend with a rare genetic disorder. Brynda was a junior nursing major. As students of Gannon University, we must step up and accept a portion of the responsibility for the way we have treated others either through our direct or indirect actions. If you know of someone who he needs help or just a listening ear reach out to them and to us. Gannon University is a private Catholic university located in Pennsylvania that focuses on providing liberal arts education with professional skills and faith-based learning to its students. No foul play is suspected. Sending love and light to his family and friends, together we can overcome. It was just an accident involving a frat member, he said. Think wisely. We have no breaks and harsh restrictions. While half of our faces are covered with masks, I can see eyes that are defeated. President Keith Taylor, Ph.D., said he hopes the community will come together to help those at Gannon affected by Wahls death. 36,771 were here. To clarify my contempt, this article suggests that if Gannon did have a spring break, then our beloved student would still be alive. Enjoy a vibrant urban entertainment scene and Lake Erie beaches all within a two-hour drive of Cleveland, Buffalo and Pittsburgh. She was. Students have received notifications time and time again about the regulations the school is enforcing and the punishments along with it. The Official Athletics Website of Gannon University Scoreboard Top Stories Videos Student-Athletes of the Week Photo Galleries Social Media Footer Copyright 2022 Gannon University Golden Knights Terms of Service, opens in new window Privacy Policy, opens in new window Sidearm Sports Learfield, opens a new window Ad Blocker Detected Abbie Brynda, 21, of Butler County, was found dead in an alley near . To the authors credit, she has spoken on this topic numerous times prior to this event. Im a junior at McDowell and Im extremely upset by how students mental health isnt being treated as a priority at most schools. I have watched the Counseling Center staff membersgive every ounce of effort they have to meet the needs of their students. Period queen speak your peace! Gannon has been trying to give us a normal for two semesters now. They are available to assist with grief counseling and can be reached at (814) 871-7622 or by email at counseling@gannon.edu. Gannon needs to do more than just say a couple words of respect. nothing is wrong, as if we are not quite literally breaking. Here are a number of steps being taken to help in this moment, and in the days to come. Well miss you brother .". This article is very eye opening and needs to be seen. Colleges and universities across the world need to provide better or more mental health assistance to the student body. Your bravery is incredibly admirable, even in the face of something so serious, saddening, and close to our hearts. A large portion of the problem lies in the inability to treat one another with respect. They are here for you and they are willing to work with you through the challenges you may be experiencing. give every ounce of effort they have to meet the needs of their students. I feel let down by Gannon. I suggest to you all to commemorate our beloved brother, and to not use him as a pawn to suggest that it is Gannons fault because there was no break. I know first hand how a degree in health science can be stressful and can lead to depression and anxiety. All media inquiries can be made by contacting Haley Figurski, Media Relations and Marketing Manager, at 814-823-1886. Gannon University holds membership in: American Association of Colleges of Nursing One Dupont Circle, Suite 530, Washington, DC 20036 (202) 463-6930, FAX (202) 785-8320, www.aacn.nche.edu American . is, this is NOT normal. What type of campus do we truly live on for someone so young to seek death as a form of peace? As one of 2 women of color in my program I started doubting the validity of my presence in academia at all. Ted Marnen, director of police and safety at Gannon, said Gannon police were called in to assist on the scene by the Erie police. Maybe the university will consider making changes when it hits them where it counts. Lt. Kirk Werner, the public relations officer for the Erie police, said the police investigation was closed after no criminal action or suspicious circumstances were found. Required fields are marked *, Jody Lambert Apr 27, 2012 at 7:28 am. We need more counselors. We are NOT meant to live this way. Christianity and feminism: can they coexist? Now is no time to grieve alone. Thank you. He ruled the death an accident. Dr. Magno speaks on his research on Extrajudicial Killings and Epidemiology of Violence during the War on Drugs of President Rodrigo Duterte. Cross, who was 81 when he died Feb. 28, 2021, suffered from stage 4 chronic traumatic encephalopathy, Boston University researchers said Tuesday. We need more counselors. That is completely uncalled for and it makes a terrible situation worse for everyone by making those claims. It is detrimental. Brynda was a 2011 graduate of Seneca Valley High School. I am infuriated. Weve met with several groups directly impacted and are continuing to support them through this difficult loss. After a tragedy like this, it is important to stay in community where theres access to the resources you need now, so you can take advantage of the counselors and our safe spaces, and so you can look after your friends and they you. Gannon University shared its condolences for the co-owner of Erie Sports Center, Sheldon VanDeventer, and Declan Bingham, son of Troy Bingham. You kids need to take care of yourselves!!!!! Selfish policies and greedy hands allowed this to happen and are allowing it to continue happening. Many times in this article you mentioned yourself, and even how you do not have to pay for college, when the article should have been focused on mourning the loss of a beloved life. Instudents eyes. My heart goes to these students. That is what is lacking. The 2023 tuition & fees of Gannon University (Gannon) is $36,706 for prospective students and the 2023 graduate school tuition & fees is $21,410. Gannon University in Erie, Pennsylvania, released a statement Wednesday regarding the death of their faculty member, Caroline DiPlacido, after the shark incident in the Bahamas, according to. We will remember her as a young and vibrant woman who was selfless in her actions.". Half a day, really!? These students need to have their family and friends near them now more than ever I hope things start changing soon or Im afraid worse things may happen 2023 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. Wahl was pronounced brain dead at 3:21 p.m. on Saturday by Erie County Coroner Lyell Cook. 2014 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. Its allowing students to feel that they can take a breath for one day. All comments will be reviewed for language before published on the website. Please hold on to Jesus and he will bring you through this loss. He said Gannon made an effort to improve Harborview railings, by raising them. Details from Bahamas police. It makes me sick that instead of checking up on students mental health and well-being, some are more interested in checking up on social gatheri, How about instead of actively patrolling and seeking out ways to punish students who are just trying to live normal l. ives under impossible circumstances, we actively seek out ways to support students? But we need more resources. But we need help. Bingham's father, Troy, confirmed the deaths in a Facebook post, calling it a "tragic accident.". Its a hard time for a lot of people but there ultimately steps each individual needs to take for themselves. Abbie Brynda, 21, of Butler County, was found dead in an alley near campus after a night of partying with friends. The counseling center was such an amazing tool that needs to be more integrated. Its felt by everyone. Finding God: Living life like the fourth day, Commemorating National Eating Disorder Awareness Week, The Student News Site of Gannon University since 1947, Your email address will not be published. Gannon recently told a story about seeing a "nice" car in the parking lot at 9 p.m. one night. It attacks Gannon as an institution, the institution that sponsors the paper that you are writing for, and does not uphold the Catholic social and moral standard of dignity. The Associated Press contributed to this report. Thank you for this well written article. I also want to add that with our school being a Catholic Institution, I am very disappointed that we do not even have Good Friday off. Roundtable: What is the most interesting thing youve seen in the sky. Why cant a smaller school like Gannon implement the same thing, at the very least? They are making money whether students die or not, sadly.