University offers support to students, faculty and staff affected by the tragedy in West, Texas


Fort Worth, TX | April 18, 2013 10:30 AM | Print this story




In the wake of the tragedy in West, Texas yesterday, Dr. Kathy Cavins-Tull, Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs offers the following message to the students, faculty and staff:

 

Like many of you, I watched the aftermath of the explosion that occurred in West, Texas last evening. Clearly this is an event that will have an impact on this community for a very long time. Our campus is already responding by reaching out to those we know live in the town of West, but we may not be aware of everyone who may have family directly affected by this tragedy.

If you or those close to you need some assistance, please contact the following:

Campus Life at 817-257-7926 or at Sadler Hall 2006
Counseling Center at 817-257-7863 or walk in
Religious and Spiritual Life for pastoral or spiritual care - 817-257-7830, Jarvis Hall

We are prepared to respond to your concerns and have made time in our schedules to accommodate immediate needs. My thoughts and prayers go out to those who were hurt last night and for those who bravely responded to their community’s needs.

Sincerely,
Kathy Cavins-Tull

 

TCU will hold a brief candlelight vigil Thursday, April 18 at 7 p.m. in Robert Carr Chapel to lift up those affected and also those working to assist those in need. The vigil has been coordinated by the Student Government Association and the Office of Religious and Spiritual Life. For questions or for additional opportunities to donate time, items or funds, email faith@tcu.edu. Also, for an ongoing list of opportunities and updates, visit: https://www.facebook.com/events/363242437118289//.

 

TCU Army ROTC is accepting donations at tables in the BLUU, at the Market Square entrance near Samuelson Hall and also in front of the BLUU, at a table facing Stadium Drive from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Friday.

 

Additionally, the TCU Student Nurses Association has organized a blood drive and arranged for the donations to go toward the needs in West, Texas. The drive will be held in the Brown-Lupton University Union Auditorium on Monday, April 22 from 1 p.m. - 6 p.m.