The CHASS Office of the Dean joins the entire UCR community in mourning the recent loss of Mereseini Rakabu, a student majoring in CHASS pre-business. Our deepest sympathies are with Mereseini's loved ones, friends, classmates, and professors during this difficult time. 

If this personally affected you, and you find yourself in need of comfort and support, please know that UC Riverside offers a vast array of resources for grief counseling, wellbeing, and mental health services.

For students, Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) can be reached at 951-827-5531, 24 hours a day, or by emailing counseling@ucr.edu. Student Affairs Case Managers can also offer support and guidance at 951-827-5000 or by emailing casemanager@ucr.edu. 

For additional questions about student resources, please contact vcsa@ucr.edu.