The Conestoga College flag will fly at half-mast this week in honour of Maris Karklins and Joo Hyun Lee.
Maris, who passed away suddenly on November 5, had taught for many years at Conestoga as a part-time faculty member, including this term in the School of Applied Computer Science & Information Technology. A Celebration of Life will be held on November 19 in Mono.
Joo Hyun, a student in the Personal Support Worker program at University Gates, passed away on November 3. Arrangements have not been announced.
Support is available to help Conestoga community members struggling with grief, uncertainty and stress. Students are encouraged to connect with Conestoga's Counselling Services team. Ontario post-secondary students also have free access to Good2Talk for immediate or after-hours support. Employees requiring assistance have mental health and wellness supports available through the Employee & Family Assistance Program.