The engineering faculty is deeply saddened to learn of the tragic death of Andrew Kraayenbrink, a second-year, mechanical engineering student who lost his life in a house fire on Rankin Avenue. I wish to convey our deepest condolences to Andrew's family and friends. Our thoughts and prayers are with them during this time.
The university is offering counselling for students, faculty and staff and with the assistance of the Red Cross, shelter and support for several other students who escaped the blaze. We would like to thank the community members and university staff who have generously donated gift cards, food and clothes to the displaced students.
Mehrdad Saif
Dean of Engineering
University of Windsor
Support Services for Students
On Campus
Student Counselling Centre – (519) 253-3000 Ext. 4616; Room 293 CAW Student Centre 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday to Friday
Student Health Services – (519) 253-7000 Ext. 7002; Room 242 CAW Student Centre 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Friday
Peer Support Centre – Room 208 CAW Student Centre 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. Monday to Friday
After Hours Resources
Good2Talk – 1-866-925-5454 (Post-Secondary Student Helpline): 24-hour-crisis line. (Staffed by trained mental health professionals.)
Community Crisis Centre – (519) 973-4435: 24-hour crisis line
24-hour Walk-in Service at Windsor Regional Hospital - Ouellette Campus Emergency Department, 1030 Ouellette Avenue
Support Services for Faculty and Staff
Employee Assistance Program – through Shepell.fgi at 1-800-387-4765 or go to www.uwindsor.ca/hr/wellness