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WPI Confronts Rash Of Student Deaths: Report
Four students have died at Worcester Polytechnic Institute since July, according to WBUR.
WORCESTER, MA — The Worcester Polytechnic Institute campus is grappling with a series of student deaths, according to a report.
Four students have died on campus since July with the latest on Monday, according to WBUR. At least two of the deaths have been confirmed as suicides, according to the report.
WPI President Laurie Leshin told WBUR the school had added staff earlier this fall at its counseling center.
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If you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide, contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255). You can also visit the organization's website to find more resources about suicide prevention.
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