James Madison College junior Matthew O’Daniel died on March 15 after sustaining injuries in a vehicular accident March 12, according to an email from James Madison College dean Cameron Thies.
O’Daniel was majoring in international relations and served as a Marine reservist. His funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on March 25 at St. Peter’s Catholic Church in Eaton Rapids.
“Our thoughts and prayers are with Matthew’s family and friends during this difficult time,” Thies said in the email. “MSU Student Life and Engagement is working with the O’Daniel family to provide support. We ask members of the Spartan community to honor Matthew’s memory.”
According to the email, counselors from CAPS will attend O’Daniel’s classes Monday, March 20 and Tuesday, March 21. CAPS also provides remote crisis services 24/7 at 517-355-8270 for no charge.
The email outlined grief resources services available through resident assistant and residence education staff, counseling and psychiatric services through Olin Health Center and CAPS Connect in Case Hall on Mondays from 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.
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