Columbia administrators have confirmed that Tian Bu, a junior in the College also known as Tina, died this weekend in River Hall.
Dean Shollenberger notified the student body in an email this evening.
With the death of Tian, also known as Tina by friends on campus, we grieve the loss of a caring and valued member of our community. Tian was a talented writer and a gifted artist and musician. She was involved in Quest, a national leadership organization, and was active in a campus Bible study group.
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We at Spectator extend our deepest sympathy to Tina's friends and family, as well as to anyone else in the Columbia community affected by this loss. Counseling and Psychological Services (212-854-2878) will stay open tonight until 11:00 p.m. For after-hours emergencies, call 212-854-9797.
Students can also contact the Center for Student Advising at 212-854-6378, the Office of the University Chaplain at 212-854-1493, or Nightline at 212-854-7777.
Dean Shollenberger's full email after the jump.
