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May 13, 2008
Contact: Jill Jess, University Relations, (785) 864-8858.
Contact: Jill Jess, University Relations, (785) 864-8858.
KU chancellor issues statement on death of student Christopher Wempe
LAWRENCE — University of Kansas Chancellor Robert Hemenway released the following statement today regarding the death of KU student Christopher Wempe of Seneca. Wempe, 20, died May 12 after an acute illness. He was a sophomore majoring in chemical engineering.
“On behalf of the entire KU community, I offer my deepest condolences to the family and friends of Chris Wempe. Our hearts go out to them at this difficult time.”
Mass of Christian burial will be at 11 a.m. Friday, May 16, at Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Seneca.
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