Christina Wobbe Cause of Death: Syracuse University VPA first-year student, Christina “Elise” Wobbe dies unexpectedly

In a campus-wide email sent Friday evening, university officials announced the recent passing of Christina “Elise” Wobbe, a freshman in the College of Visual and Performing Arts at Syracuse University.

Originally from Louisville, Kentucky, Elise was pursuing a degree in musical theater, according to Allen Groves, SU’s Senior Vice President and Chief Student Experience Officer.

In his message, Groves extended heartfelt condolences on behalf of Chancellor Kent Syverud, Vice Chancellor and Provost Lois Agnew, VPA Dean Michael Tick, and the entire Orange community to Elise’s family, friends, and loved ones both on campus and at home.

Students needing immediate support can access confidential counseling services through the Barnes Center at The Arch by calling (315) 443-8000, and SU’s Student Outreach and Support is available at (315) 443-4357 on weekdays. Faculty and staff can receive round-the-clock assistance via Carebridge at (800) 437-0911, while Hendricks Chapel provides support services to all members of the SU community at (315) 443-2901.

Syracuse University is a private research university in Syracuse, New York, United States. Established in 1870 with roots in the Methodist Episcopal Church, the university has been nonsectarian since 1920. Located in the city’s University Hill neighborhood, east and southeast of Downtown Syracuse, the large campus features an eclectic mix of architecture, ranging from nineteenth-century Romanesque Revival to contemporary buildings. Syracuse University is organized into 13 schools and colleges and is classified among “R1: Doctoral Universities – Very high research activity”.