The News desk has learned that Tara Riesner, the School of the Arts student who died Wednesday, took her own life.
In the aftermath of such a tragic event, we'd like to remind you that help is always available.
Columbia Psychological Services is open to all students and has offices open from 8 a.m. to at least 9 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Fridays.