We extend our condolences to the Brandeis community for the passing of Neuroscience major Akshay R. Venkatesh '14.

Anyone who has ever lost a loved one knows that it is a difficult experience-one feels loss, grief, sadness and even confusion. When the individual lost is one of our classmates, coping can be even more difficult.

This board encourages members of the University community to take advantage of the resources on campus to ease the grieving process. Community Development Coordinators, Community Advisors in the residence halls and the members of Mailman Counseling Center (between the Health Center and the Squire Bridge) are only a few of the many services on campus qualified to counsel and guide students through their loss.

These services are available year-round, not just in the wake of a tragedy. The stresses of college can be extreme. This editorial board hopes that no one feels like they need to face them alone.
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