This is a time for us to come together, and to look after one another. To those who suffer please remember other can not see what you dont want them to see. I am a sophomore at Gannon and I had to take this current semester off in order to focus on my health and well being. Kate Halapin Mar 14, 2021 at 9:18 pm. Van Deventer, 45, and Bingham, 24, were found unresponsive by hotel staff at the Hyatt Regency hotel. As a university, we need to be united now more than ever. Gannons Ruskin location, between Tampa and Bradenton, is the perfect combination of livable and beautiful. Gannon recently told a story about seeing a "nice" car in the parking lot at 9 p.m. one night. For her senior project, she raised nearly $7,000 to help purchase a service dog for a family friend with a rare genetic disorder. He wanted to win. Are more counselors the answer? Students have received notifications time and time again about the regulations the school is enforcing and the punishments along with it. Wahl was pronounced brain dead at 3:21 p.m. on Saturday by Erie County Coroner Lyell Cook. The past 24 hours have been hard on the entire Gannon community, and especially on our students family and friends. What about peer support groups? It was difficult to see how broken these young men were during the last days of Jasons life. Please enter valid email address to continue. 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 gatherings. Dining hall opens at 4:30pm January 9: First day of the semester We have no breaks and harsh restrictions. 2023 Cox Media Group. Sadly, the current conditions placed on the students, staff and faculty are imposed on us all and have been for too long, with students feeling the worst of it. Well miss you brother ," the program added. ERIE, Pa. (KDKA/AP) - The coroner says a 21-year-old college student who died of hypothermia last month was also legally drunk. Gannon student from Butler County dies after falling off balcony, Gannon student from Butler County dies after falling off balcony, news, Teen kidnapped in Cranberry during armed home invasion; Police believe family was targeted, Woman, man dead after apparent murder-suicide in Penn Hills, Man killed in house fire in South Park Township, Local mother speaks out after daughters hair allegedly set on fire at Westinghouse Academy, Target 11 Exclusive: Man accused of impregnating foster child in McKeesport dies. While I understand the frustrations with deteriorating mental health during this pandemic, I think that writing this article the day of the students death is not right. We must let the world know what we all go through on a day to day basis and fight for a better understanding of what real mental health help is. They are available to assist with grief counseling and can be reached at (814) 871-7622 or by email at. c) If the eligible colleague dies or becomes totally disabled prior to reaching the minimum It is unfortunate that it takes a life lost to have this discussion. Is even one day a month worth the cost of mentally unwell students? 2014 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. Thank you for speaking up. You are loved. Ruskin, FL 33573. I tried reaching out to my advisor letting him know perhaps I should lighten my load, he reassured me that I was fine and that I could handle it. I failed 2 classes that year for the first time in my life. During my Junior year at Gannon I struggled with my own sense of belonging on campus. A four-year Catholic university founded in 1925. She grew up in Shreveport and then Dallas. I truly think your message has a strong foundation and you should continue to fight for these values, however please be more mindful. ERIE, Pa. Officials said a 21-year-old Gannon University student from Butler County has died from injuries he suffered when he fell from a fraternity house balcony. It is detrimental. Im a junior at McDowell and Im extremely upset by how students mental health isnt being treated as a priority at most schools. When almost every aspect of normal lifeis taken from us, we need support, not criticism or punishment. How can you use his death to say that we need more breaks or to let us party in a pandemic when you have no idea how he was thinking or feeling? Enjoy a vibrant urban entertainment scene and Lake Erie beaches all within a two-hour drive of Cleveland, Buffalo and Pittsburgh. There was an outpouring of love and support for Brynda's family on social media as well. We are NOT meant to live this way. It's been a long 72 hours on Gannon University's campus after a student took his own life Saturday night. This issue extends way beyond asking for Mental Health off days. Anonymous Mar 15, 2021 at 12:19 pm. How about instead of actively patrolling and seeking out ways to punish students who are just trying to live normal lives under impossible circumstances, we actively seek out ways to support students? I am infuriated. I have watched the Counseling Center staff members. GANNON, Thelma Grace "Bitsy" Trigg Thelma Grace "Bitsy" Trigg Gannon, 98, of Hillsboro, passed away peacefully Monday, February 20, 2023, at her home. I have suffered with anxiety and depression since 7th grade, so I take this personally.A life was taken out of pure desperation. Ron Raimondi Mar 15, 2021 at 12:54 pm. Bitsy was born August 14, 1924, in Shreveport, LA, daughter of Thelma (Arthur) Trigg and Jack A. Trigg. / CBS Pittsburgh. They need to come up with a better plan for anyone suffering. Dr. Taylor and his administration have handled the challenges of the previous year to the best of their abilities. I suggest to you all who believe that protests are the best way to respond to this tragedy to take a long cold look into the mirror and ask yourself who you are, why you are doing the things you do, and what ideas are convoluting your senses. There needs to be more thought into how to help this population. We have wonderful faculty and staff and have asked them to be as flexible and understanding as possible with student requests this week. is taken from us, we need support, not criticism or punishment. A prayer service for Brynda was held Sunday on campus. He said in the aftermath the first concern is to grieve, but he said its important to discuss safety. Anonymous Mar 15, 2021 at 10:10 am. tally unwell students. We believe in the possibilities that will come when you join our campaign the ones that inspire generations of students, faculty and alumni to pursue bold opportunities that transform them and those in their communities across the world. 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I had lost 2 family members months apart that year. In. Bingham's father, Troy, confirmed the deaths in a Facebook post, calling it a "tragic accident.". I am infuriated. You kids need to take care of yourselves!!!!! The university provides a hands-on learning experience to its students. We will provide more details once they have been decided. work at the Counseling Center care so deeply for our student body. And we need to be there for each other. It is deserved and it is coming. They need to put the money towards an amazing counseling department. How can we be expected to push through asemester with no breaks while the world is crashing around us, when our worlds are crashing down within us? WE matter. 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 Cook said it will take two or three more weeks to determine specifics about substances in Wahls body. Students should be the main concern, not numbers. Sister James Francis was born in Meadville, PA, on April 2, 1925, the daughter of the late James Francis and Luella (Duffy) Mulligan. Cross, the former NFL defensive back who became the first Black man to work full-time as a sports analyst on national television, is the latest football player diagnosed with the brain disease CTE. If Gannon does not take action, they will be buried. Honestly, this smacks of entitlement and it makes one wonder if you are the one who wants to pretend like nothing is happening and go on like normal. Students are being pushed too hard at this university and it is not just the students, as a faculty member who wishes to remain anonymous I have been pushed to breaking point too and my mental health is suffering right along with the students, with increased work hours and the desire to serve the students as best I can. This push for a new normal is harming us all. March 6, 2014 / 10:06 AM However, it is not just a student who someone anonymously called entitled in a comment on here that feels mental health has been put on the back burner. She was also active in Greek life as a member of Sigma Sigma Sigma sorority. The students whom came to say good bye were so respectful to the family and the staff. Larger schools such as the University of Pittsburgh and Penn State have designated mental health days, where no classes takeplace and students are given the chance to relax and recuperate. As I pondered this question today, my answer is no, it is not worth it. We tried and theres nothing we can do. After hearing this same response from staff after multiple people are crying out, I cant help but feel defeated. But we need more resources. This article said what everyone is feeling. But we need more resources. Enjoy a vibrant urban entertainment scene and Lake Erie beaches all within a two-hour drive of Cleveland, Buffalo and Pittsburgh. Nov 8, 2022 RANDOLPH TOWNSHIP The body of a 19-year-old Gannon University student was recovered from an eastern Crawford County pond Monday afternoon, according to authorities. There is no simple path forward, but we are on the journey together. Because lets be honest, they dont care about their students. See the attached document for more information. These messages mean nothing unless they are backed up with concrete plans of action and the active prioritization of mental health. Again, I really hope you read these comments and seriously consider what you are putting out into the world and how it will reflect upon you, Especially if you are considering a career in journalism, this article could very easily be portrayed as tone deaf, pretentious, and inconsiderate, even if this was not your original intent. Friday, February 24, 2023 . There will be a moment of silence tomorrow at 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, March 16. Lexi Barton Mar 14, 2021 at 8:55 pm. We have been listening and searching for the best path forward. How can we fix an issue that is a problem nationwide, especially at such a small university? b) If the eligible colleague dies or becomes totally disabled while actively employed provided the colleague has served a minimum of five years prior to his or her death or disability. To the authors credit, she has spoken on this topic numerous times prior to this event. I agree that it does not feel morally sound to continue paying tuition at a university that has shown blatant disregard for the well being of students. Although Im not Catholic, Im more than certain that the behavior of the staff at Gannon U is far from the ideals that this higher learning establishment was founded upon. As a student of Penn State I would like to say that the mental health days are more for show than practicality as students end up spending most of the day doing work anyways and they only scheduled them on Tuesdays and Thursdays when there are less classes. Keep up the great job you are doing and putting out awareness, Sabrina Battleson Mar 14, 2021 at 8:27 pm. Its an unfortunate accident, Warner said. History [ edit] In this way, this idea that is rampantly subsuming Gannon students to vehemently critique our institution takes away from commemorating our fallen brother. While half of our faces are covered with masks, I can see eyes that are defeated. President Trump tried to tell people that the cure cant be worse than the disease, (right as he usually is), and he knew this kind of thing was bound to happen. Not worth her having a mental breakdown. Even despite t, he amount of financial aid I was given, I find it difficult on a moral level to pay any amount of money to live on a campus where mental health is either blatantly disregarded or pretended to be cared about under the guise of shallow words and messages. I suggest to you all that the best course of action is to commemorate our friend, and not to uphold these outdated, pretentious, ideological agendas. And no, posts on Instagram, emails or messages via the LiveSafe app are not enough. The utterly, inconceivably atrocious attempt for the students writing for the Gannon Knight to use a tragedy of such magnitude to bolster such an underlying and pretentious goal, is pragmatically and ethically one of the most disgusting and nihilistic works of human knowledge that I have seen accumulate from Gannons student body. Gannons distance programs provide flexible and current educational opportunities to expand your career options. It would be up to the individual to manage their life. Mental health or should I say seeking help for mental health comes with a stigma like it or not. Thank you for this well written article. If we as a university carry on as we have been, I will be disheartened and disgusted. Also, it seems like you are saying that this tragedy would not have happened if we had spring break or even one mental health day which sounds absurd. Gannon, will you listen now? I feel let down by Gannon. It is one that needs to be discussed. Contact details for Gannon are given below. Anonymous Mar 14, 2021 at 8:21 pm. But yup I was just fine. Theyve been asked to consider delaying exams, extending time for assignments, or simply providing time for reflection. If you would have known him, cared for him, and his grieving family and friends, you would not have even the slightest inclination to begin writing such an atrocious piece. PITTSBURGH (KDKA) - Investigators in Erie are continuing to look into the death of a Gannon University student over the weekend. Ali Smith Mar 15, 2021 at 8:19 am, I am amazed by you every week Anna, but especially this week. We cannot lose more classmates, peers, teammates, family members or friends. our voices are heard. In 1941, it was taken over by Archbishop John Mark Gannon and renamed as Gannon . Wow, this is really concerning and awful. is, this is NOT normal. Your email address will not be published. Lori LeVan Mar 14, 2021 at 8:48 pm, This article is well written and I hope it opens the eyes of the administration of the University my daughter is a 5th year OT student and I know hanging out with her friends got her through a lot of stressful moments throughout her time at Gannon I know this pandemic caused a lot of problems but enough is enough students are being stripped from all their freedoms They cant even have a normal graduation ", More Local NewsMore Reports From Trina OrlandoErie College Student Dies After Being Found In AlleyJoin The Conversation On The KDKA Facebook PageStay Up To Date, Follow KDKA On Twitter, First published on February 3, 2014 / 11:47 AM. As I pondered this question today, my answer is n. o, it is not worth it. Lezlee Betts Mar 15, 2021 at 5:47 pm. We are fortunate to be on campus. However, the university does need to step in and address these serious issues. Gannon community, I am here for you. These values carry into every aspect of life at Gannon: in athletics and academics, in our global travels, and in the communities we serve. 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? I was surprised at how fast Im watching the people around me burn out and simply not care about their classes anymore just because they do not have the energy to do so. Period queen speak your peace! We are listening and adjusting. Why cant a smaller school like Gannon implement the same thing, at the very least? Please do better for those suffering and for those who couldnt bare to suffer any longer. Believe in the Possibilities. 109 University Square
Wahl was a junior engineering major and member of Alpha Phi Delta. A FORMER college soccer player and his dad's business partner were found dead in a hotel room as police launched an investigation into the mysterious deaths. Gannon was born in . 109 University Square
Students are, out, more and more seek help every day, and we are still forced to continue the semester as if. 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. They want this swept under the rug as soon as possible. Cross, who was 81 when he died Feb. 28, 2021, suffered from stage 4 chronic traumatic encephalopathy, Boston University researchers said Tuesday. Anonymous Mar 16, 2021 at 7:06 pm. I couldnt have said it better myself. Paying for Gannon University. Many are focused on how they can place themselves above another. He said if there are no extenuating circumstances, cases like these are often closed quickly. Local; First at 4; Stories from Ukraine; Bureaus . We believe in the possibilities that will come when you join our campaign the ones that inspire generations of students, faculty and alumni to pursue bold opportunities that transform them and those in their communities across the world. GANNON UNIVERSITY ANNOUNCES ITS EIGHTH PRESIDENT AS WALTER IWANENKO, JR., PH.D. "Wonderful alumni who never missed a game, awesome soccer player and student-athlete. After the experiences I have had since spring of 2020, I feel that Gannon as an institution has failed to make proper accommodations for mental health and furthermore financial hardship students are facing due to the pandemic. Gannon's Erie campus in the heart of downtown is central to businesses and organizations providing project and internship experiences. Anonymous Mar 16, 2021 at 2:38 pm. 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! Bitsy was born August 14, 1924, in Shreveport, Louisiana, daughter of Thelma (Arthur) Trigg and Jack A. Trigg. We recognize the commitment youve made to staying in community this semester, and that many are yearning for a break. My grades began to slip, I stopped attending classes, I was hurting. I cant help but feel like Gannon is thinking about the numbers while we are all hanging on by a thread. While I agree with a portion of this article, I also believe that it is the responsibility of the student body to treat one another with respect. About Erie Ruskin, Florida Peter carozza Mar 14, 2021 at 11:30 pm. My heart goes to these students. Gannon University shared its condolences for the co-owner of Erie Sports Center, Sheldon VanDeventer, and Declan Bingham, son of Troy Bingham. https://gannonknight.com/20218/blogs/student-reacts-to-mental-health-amidst-loss-of-a-gannon-student/#comment-78044, https://gannonknight.com/20218/blogs/student-reacts-to-mental-health-amidst-loss-of-a-gannon-student/#comment-78043, https://gannonknight.com/20218/blogs/student-reacts-to-mental-health-amidst-loss-of-a-gannon-student/#comment-78041, https://gannonknight.com/20218/blogs/student-reacts-to-mental-health-amidst-loss-of-a-gannon-student/#comment-78040, https://gannonknight.com/20218/blogs/student-reacts-to-mental-health-amidst-loss-of-a-gannon-student/#comment-78039, https://gannonknight.com/20218/blogs/student-reacts-to-mental-health-amidst-loss-of-a-gannon-student/#comment-78038, https://gannonknight.com/20218/blogs/student-reacts-to-mental-health-amidst-loss-of-a-gannon-student/#comment-78037, https://gannonknight.com/20218/blogs/student-reacts-to-mental-health-amidst-loss-of-a-gannon-student/#comment-78036, https://gannonknight.com/20218/blogs/student-reacts-to-mental-health-amidst-loss-of-a-gannon-student/#comment-78035, https://gannonknight.com/20218/blogs/student-reacts-to-mental-health-amidst-loss-of-a-gannon-student/#comment-78033, https://gannonknight.com/20218/blogs/student-reacts-to-mental-health-amidst-loss-of-a-gannon-student/#comment-78031, https://gannonknight.com/20218/blogs/student-reacts-to-mental-health-amidst-loss-of-a-gannon-student/#comment-78029, https://gannonknight.com/20218/blogs/student-reacts-to-mental-health-amidst-loss-of-a-gannon-student/#comment-78026, https://gannonknight.com/20218/blogs/student-reacts-to-mental-health-amidst-loss-of-a-gannon-student/#comment-78025, https://gannonknight.com/20218/blogs/student-reacts-to-mental-health-amidst-loss-of-a-gannon-student/#comment-78024, https://gannonknight.com/20218/blogs/student-reacts-to-mental-health-amidst-loss-of-a-gannon-student/#comment-78023, https://gannonknight.com/20218/blogs/student-reacts-to-mental-health-amidst-loss-of-a-gannon-student/#comment-78022, https://gannonknight.com/20218/blogs/student-reacts-to-mental-health-amidst-loss-of-a-gannon-student/#comment-78021, https://gannonknight.com/20218/blogs/student-reacts-to-mental-health-amidst-loss-of-a-gannon-student/#comment-78020, https://gannonknight.com/20218/blogs/student-reacts-to-mental-health-amidst-loss-of-a-gannon-student/#comment-78019, https://gannonknight.com/20218/blogs/student-reacts-to-mental-health-amidst-loss-of-a-gannon-student/#comment-78018, https://gannonknight.com/20218/blogs/student-reacts-to-mental-health-amidst-loss-of-a-gannon-student/#comment-78017, https://gannonknight.com/20218/blogs/student-reacts-to-mental-health-amidst-loss-of-a-gannon-student/#comment-78016, https://gannonknight.com/20218/blogs/student-reacts-to-mental-health-amidst-loss-of-a-gannon-student/#comment-78015, https://gannonknight.com/20218/blogs/student-reacts-to-mental-health-amidst-loss-of-a-gannon-student/#comment-78014, https://gannonknight.com/20218/blogs/student-reacts-to-mental-health-amidst-loss-of-a-gannon-student/#comment-78013, https://gannonknight.com/20218/blogs/student-reacts-to-mental-health-amidst-loss-of-a-gannon-student/#comment-78012, https://gannonknight.com/20218/blogs/student-reacts-to-mental-health-amidst-loss-of-a-gannon-student/#comment-78011, https://gannonknight.com/20218/blogs/student-reacts-to-mental-health-amidst-loss-of-a-gannon-student/#comment-78010, https://gannonknight.com/20218/blogs/student-reacts-to-mental-health-amidst-loss-of-a-gannon-student/#comment-78009, https://gannonknight.com/20218/blogs/student-reacts-to-mental-health-amidst-loss-of-a-gannon-student/#comment-78008, https://gannonknight.com/20218/blogs/student-reacts-to-mental-health-amidst-loss-of-a-gannon-student/#comment-78007, https://gannonknight.com/20218/blogs/student-reacts-to-mental-health-amidst-loss-of-a-gannon-student/#comment-78006, https://gannonknight.com/20218/blogs/student-reacts-to-mental-health-amidst-loss-of-a-gannon-student/#comment-78005, https://gannonknight.com/20218/blogs/student-reacts-to-mental-health-amidst-loss-of-a-gannon-student/#comment-78004, https://gannonknight.com/20218/blogs/student-reacts-to-mental-health-amidst-loss-of-a-gannon-student/#comment-78003, https://gannonknight.com/20218/blogs/student-reacts-to-mental-health-amidst-loss-of-a-gannon-student/#comment-78002, https://gannonknight.com/20218/blogs/student-reacts-to-mental-health-amidst-loss-of-a-gannon-student/#comment-78001, https://gannonknight.com/20218/blogs/student-reacts-to-mental-health-amidst-loss-of-a-gannon-student/#comment-78000, https://gannonknight.com/20218/blogs/student-reacts-to-mental-health-amidst-loss-of-a-gannon-student/#comment-77999. 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