Student Death at Middlebury: A Routine Tragedy
Two years ago, an editorial highlighted the disturbing routine of student losses at Middlebury, emphasizing the need for comprehensive mental health support resources.
The recent death of Lia Smith '26 marks the fourth student death on campus in six years, underscoring the college's inadequate response to these tragedies.
- In 2023, following the! deaths of Ivan Valerio '26 and Evelyn Mae Sorensen '25, Middlebury allocated funding towards mental health resources.
- This included hiring more full-time, graduate interns, and guest and visiting counselors.
Student death is now embedded in our school's culture.
The death of another student from a marginalized community reveals that more needs to be done.
Author's summary: Middlebury's routine student deaths require improved mental health support.
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