Bereavement Notice

It is with great sadness that the University shares the news of the passing of Mana Mao. Mana passed away due to a medical issue on Monday, December 9.  

Mana was a dedicated kinesiology student in her fourth year of study here at Waterloo. She was also very active in university sports, serving as a student trainer for the Women’s Volleyball team.  

Mana’s life was honoured on December 10 in Guelph as her family, friends and community came together for the Janazah Prayer. Mana will be missed by everyone who knew her. 

If you need help during this difficult time, please reach out to your community on campus and know that you have access to supports should you need them. 

Students 
If you feel overwhelmed or anxious and need to talk, please contact Counselling Services at Campus Wellness at 519-888-4096. In-person and virtual supports are available.  

These additional supports are also available to everyone in our community: 

• Here 24/7 - 1-844-437-3247 (available for immediate support) 

• Grand River Hospital - 519-749-4300 

• St. Mary's Hospital - 519-744-3311 

• Good2Talk - 1-866-925-5454 

• Talk Suicide Canada – 1-833-456-4566 or text 45645 

• Empower Me - 1-844-741-6389 

• IMPACT (Integrated Mobile Police and Crisis Team) 

• IMPACT is a partnership between the UW Special Constable Service, Counselling Services, and the Canadian Mental Health Association. IMPACT workers provide mental health care in after-hours settings. They are available by contacting the UWSCS at 519-888-4911. IMPACT hours are 3 p.m. to 12 a.m., Thursday to Sunday. 

Faculty and staff 
The Employee and Family Assistance Program is available 24/7 for counselling, coaching, and support. Call 1-800-663-1142 or visit Homeweb.ca for resources.