Avon and Somerset Constabulary issued a statement yesterday evening in relation to their search for Alec Unsgaard, a first year University of Bath student.
Professor Ian White, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Bath, has said: “The news from police that they have found a body in the search for Alec is extremely distressing and our thoughts continue to be with his family at this saddest of times. We will continue to assist them in any way we can, and to engage and support all others involved.
“If any of our students have been affected by this news, we urge them to reach out to one of the many sources of support available to them.”
Wellbeing Advisors are available to help at our Student Services Centre on campus, or students can call 01225 383838 or e-mail studentservices@bath.ac.uk to talk via phone or video call if they prefer. Help is also available from the SU (students’ union) Advice Centre at suadvice@bath.ac.uk or from our Chaplaincy.
Our University Security team is available 24/7 and can be called for urgent support on 01225 383999.
If staff are concerned about a student’s welfare, please call ext 4321 to speak to Student Services.
External sources of support are also available, including The Samaritans, who can be contacted on 116 123.