New details released about UTSA student found dead in campus parking garage

Authorities on Wednesday discovered a University of Texas San Antonio doctoral student dead in a campus garage in what is believed to be a suicide.

Campus officials found the student in the Bauerle Road Garage, located in the Katz Alumni Center on campus. Adjacent to the main building and the John Peace Library, the garage provides easy access to the east side and central core of the campus.

“We are deeply saddened to share the news of the death of a student at the Bauerle Road Garage this morning. Information is still being gathered. We will provide updates to the campus community when available,” UTSA wrote via its Facebook page.

UTSA President Taylor Eigmy also said in a message:

“It is with a heavy heart that I am writing to share that we have lost a member of our PhD student body, likely to suicide. I know that an unexpected loss like this can feel overwhelming and can affect you differently. However, you need to know that you are not alone and support is available. I know that our entire community feels a sense of confusion and loss, especially those who knew the student best. Be resources available to you 24/7.”

Newsweek reached out to campus police and Eighmy, but they have yet to respond.

This marks the second suicide at UTSA this year, with the first incident occurring on May 7.

Newsweek contacted UTSA Student Heath Services regarding both suicides, but they have not yet responded.

University of Texas at San Antonio

The University of Texas at San Antonio is a public research university in San Antonio, Texas, known for its diverse academic offerings and commitment to student success. It is the largest university in the city with 36,000 students and serves as an important hub for research and community engagement.

UTSA offers a wide range of programs, with particular strengths in business, engineering and cybersecurity. It is also recognized for its focus on supporting Spanish-speaking students and

The university offers a range of PhD programs varying from accounting and finance to engineering and computer science, with opportunities for advanced research and specialized training.

A PhD program is the highest level of academic training and typically leads to a Ph.D. or other doctoral degrees, such as an Ed.D. or MD These programs are designed for individuals who wish to conduct advanced research, contribute new knowledge in their field, or work in senior positions in academia, government, industry, or other sectors.

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