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Southeastern Louisiana University student died after jumped from the building

The details of the incident are not yet clear at this time.

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An alert was issued to students and parents regarding the presence of police at the site of an “active incident,” resulting in the closure of Southeastern University’s Biology Building.

The President of Southeastern University expresses condolences for the loss of a student today and mentions the availability of counseling for those impacted.

We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of one of our students. Our thoughts, prayers and deepest condolences are with his family and friends at this difficult time. We ask for respect for the privacy of the family and friends of this student.

As a valued member of the Southeastern family, we know the loss is being felt by many and we are doing everything we can to support friends, family and the wider student and staff community.

We will make every effort to help our students, staff and faculty cope with this tremendous loss. Please do not hesitate to reach out in this trying time.

We encourage anyone who has been affected by this news to contact our counseling service at 985.549.3894 or visit the Counseling Center in the Student Union.

On campus students who may need counseling help after business hours can call University Police at 2222. Police can connect you with counseling services. Off campus students who need counseling help can call 988 to contact the Crisis Intervention Center.