Ryan Feldman of Richmond, 19, a sophomore at JMU, died on Thursday afternoon as a result of a self-inflicted wound. The university received confirmation of the cause of death from the medical examiner in Roanoke late Friday afternoon.
“We are all deeply saddened by the loss of one of our own,” said JMU President Linwood H. Rose. “Ryan’s death reminds us of the fragility of human life and should encourage us all to reach out to support and nurture our friends and colleagues. The entire JMU community sends its deepest sympathies to Ryan’s family.”
According to Rockingham Hall Director Jess Horton, she has received offers of help from other hall directors, members of Residence Life staff, the Counseling and Student Development Center, JMU Police, friends and students.
“Ryan’s death will continue to affect many people for a long time, some more than others and to varying degrees,” she said. “It does not really matter when, or how, or why he died. At the end of the day, the fact of the matter is that he is no longer with us.”
University Spokesman Don Egle has reported that there are no further updates.
JMU is offering counseling services to anyone who has been affected by this unfortunate loss of life. Please contact the JMU Counseling and Student Development Center, located in Varner House, for support and counseling.
- from staff reports
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