The University of Guelph community is mourning the death of Heather McColl, a member of the University’s Hospitality Services department, who died Feb. 14.

A celebration of life will be held at the Arboretum March 9. Campus flags will be lowered to half-mast March 8 in Heather’s honour.

Condolences to Heather’s family may be shared through the Gilchrist Chapel memorial site.

Support services and initiatives are available for all students, faculty and staff, including:

  • Student Counselling Services, Ext. 53244
  • Crisis Text Line, text “UofG” to 686868
  • Multi-Faith Resource Team, Ext. 52392
  • Employee assistance program for faculty and staff, 1-800-265-8310

This message is shared with the community following University protocol.

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