Sophia Jones, a 27-year-old freshman at Princeton University, unexpectedly passed away. The news has been reported to the campus community in an email by Vice President of Campus Life, W. Rochelle Calhoun.
What is the cause of her death?
Sophia Jones unexpectedly died late Wednesday night on 29 November, and the cause that led to her sudden death has not been disclosed in the email sent by the Vice President of Campus Life. The circumstances and the cause of her death will be informed once it will be available from credible sources.
Who was Sophia Jones?
Sophia Jones was a member of YEH College, hailing from Chicago. According to her Instagram profile, Sophia joined Princeton University in October and was a freshman at Princeton University with a dream to major in molecular biology. She also had a certificate in global health and health policy.
The YEH college head, Yair Mintzker, and college Dean, Alexis Andres, described Sophie as the most intelligent, funny, thoughtful, and kind person. They further said that besides being a serious student, she was greatly interested in natural sciences and history. Sophia was a trained dancer and an outstanding outdoorswoman. She was also involved in Princeton University ballet.
Celebration of life
Princeton University organized the celebration of her life on 30 November at 7 pm in Mannion Hall, urging people to unite and support each other during this difficult time. The University has also announced student support services, including counseling and psychological benefits.
Death toll at Princeton University
The sudden death of Sophia Jones is calculated as the third death this year at Princeton University. Jacqueline Gonzalez died due to complications from a prolonged illness at age 25. Maura Coursey, a first-year student of master’s, died in her off-campus residence at Princeton School of Public and International Affairs in January. The death of Maura was reported to be due to a mix of drug toxicity.
In 2022, another student, Misrach Ewunetie, at age 24, lost her life due to suicide. Justin Lim and another student, Jazz Chang, lost their lives in May 2022 due to struggles with mental illness.
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