It is with great sadness and regret that we can confirm the deaths of students Jess Small, a third year PhD student who died on 11 October, and Conor Chambers, a first year student who died on 18 October. Our sympathies and condolences are with both students’ families and friends at this most difficult time.

If you, or anyone you know, is affected by this sad news then you are encouraged to seek support. Staff and students are welcome to get in touch with the University’s Student Support and Wellbeing Service who are ready to help. They also provide a list of contact details for emergency and out-of-hours support services.

Staff and students may also wish to reach out to the University’s Chaplaincy or to Canterbury Nightline.