Bentley University Student Dies At Home In Ecuador, Vigil Upcoming

WALTHAM, MA — Bentley University is mourning the loss of a student this week, according to a letter from President Brent Chrite.

Chrite announced the death of Victoria Carrion Gonzalez Rubio to the Bentley community in that letter on Friday, stating that the university was informed of her death yesterday.

Gonzalez Rubio died while at home in Ecuador. Her memorial service was held on Thursday and, according to Chrite, some of her friends and classmates traveled to Ecuador for the service.

"Victoria joined our community during the spring 2021 semester and was a Business Economics major focusing on international business," said Chrite.

He continued:

"As an international student, she worked closely with staff in the Center for International Students and Scholars and was looking forward to coming back to campus after a brief time away from her studies. I am heartbroken to know that she will not be returning to us next week."

Gonzalez Rubio was a member of the Campus Activities Board while at Bentley, and was set to graduate in 2024.

A vigil is being planned, with details to be announced in the coming days. The university's weekly Catholic Mass in the Sacred Space at 7 p.m. on Jan. 29 will be a Memorial Mass.

Read Chrite's full letter here.