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- Nov. 14, 2022 | Loss in the Vandal Family
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- 2022-11-14
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Nov. 14, 2022 | Loss in the Vandal Family
TO: University of Idaho Students and Employees
FROM: Scott Green, President
DATE: Nov. 14, 2022
SUBJECT: Loss in the Vandal Family
With tremendous sadness, I share with you the names of four members of the Vandal Family who died over the weekend: Ethan Chapin, Xana Kernodle, Madison Mogen and Kaylee Goncalves. These four students were killed in an alleged homicide that took place off-campus and is under active investigation by the Moscow Police Department.
Ethan, a freshman from Mount Vernon, Washington, was a member of Sigma Chi fraternity majoring in recreation, sport and tourism management in the College of Education, Health and Human Sciences.
Xana was a junior from Post Falls majoring in marketing in the College of Business and Economics. She was a member of Pi Beta Phi sorority.
Madison was a senior majoring in marketing in the College of Business and Economics. She was a member of the Pi Beta Phi sorority and was from Coeur d’Alene.
Kaylee, from Rathdrum, was a senior majoring in general studies in the College of Letters, Arts and Social Sciences. She was a member of the Alpha Phi sorority.
My wife Gabriella and I are simply heartbroken. Words cannot adequately describe the light these students brought to this world or ease the depth of suffering we feel at their passing under these tragic circumstances. No one feels that loss more than their families and friends. The university is working directly with those affected and is committed to supporting all students, families and employees as this event undeniably touches all of us.
Drop-in counseling is available to all students from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. today, Nov. 14, on the ISUB fourth floor, and in the Counseling and Testing Center on the third floor of Mary Forney Hall. No appointments are necessary, just stop by. Therapy dog support is available 2-5 p.m. today in the ISUB Vandal Lounge. The Dean of Students Office and counseling services, 208-885-6716, are available to visit any student groups needing more focused support or assistance.
Additional counseling resources for employees will be provided from 10 a.m. to noon tomorrow, Nov. 15, at the Dean of Students office in TLC 232. Employees needing assistance also can use the free and confidential EAP resources available through your benefits or contact David Talbot, university ombuds, at ombuds@uidaho.edu for additional support.
We are grateful for the support of the community and the ongoing work of the MPD. We are doing all we can to aid their efforts. If you have any information regarding this incident, contact the MPD immediately at 208-882-COPS (2677). Additional security is in place on campus to assist with Safe Walks, which can be arranged by calling 208-885-SAFE (7233).
As Vandals, we come together and support one another through challenging times, leaning into our collective strength. Look out for one another now. If you are worried about a student or employee and are unsure of what to do, please file a VandalCare report. The Office of the Dean of Students is working with several of our students to hold a candlelight vigil later this week so that the Vandal Family can mourn the loss of our friends together.
Moscow police do not believe there is an ongoing community risk based on information gathered during the preliminary investigation, however, we ask our employees to be empathetic, flexible and to work with our students who desire to return home to spend time with their families. We do not know the investigation timeline, but we will continue to communicate to campus as we learn more.
With sympathies to all who are affected,
Scott Green
President