Zeev Mendelsberg, a student in GSAS, passed away last night. He was pursuing his Master’s Degree in the Mathematics of Finance program. We extend our sympathies to Zeev’s family and friends, and ask that readers please use the comment space respectfully. Within in the letters from Dean Martinez, Ioannis Karatzaz (chair of math dept), and Lars Tyge Nielsen (chair of math of finance program), which are pasted below, is information about resources students can access in this time of grieving (bolding is ours). Don’t be afraid to reach out.

Dear Students,

It is with sadness that I pass along to you the following message sent to the students and faculty in the Department of Mathematics regarding the death of graduate student, Zeev Mendelsberg. Our thoughts are with Zeev’s family and friends at this time.
Sincerely,

Terry Martinez
Dean of Community Development
and Multicultural Affairs
Associate Dean of Student Affairs

 

Dear Students,

It is with deep regret that we write to inform you of the death yesterday evening of Zeev Mendelsberg, one of our students in the Master’s Program in Mathematics of Finance.

Whenever there is a death such as this one, we are all struck by a wide range of emotions and a deep sense of loss. During this difficult time, please know that you can rely on one another, your family, and University offices for support.

We encourage you to seek guidance from professional staff by visiting or calling Counseling and Psychological Services (854-2878). Please let the staff know that you are calling because you would like to talk about this sad event. They will expedite your appointment with this knowledge.

We are all united in grieving the loss of a member of our community in this time of great sadness.

Sincerely,

Ioannis Karatzas
Chairman, Mathematics Department

Lars Tyge Nielsen
Director, Mathematics of Finance Program