The Cal Poly Student Affairs community is grieving the passing of Aubrey Murray, a senior electrical engineering student who tragically passed away on Sunday, March 16, 2025.
Aubrey was known for her brilliance, enthusiasm, and engagement in her studies. She thrived in hands-on learning environments, fully embracing the opportunities offered at Cal Poly. Recently, she had joined the Cal Poly Climbing Club, further showcasing her adventurous spirit and passion for new challenges.
According to university officials, Aubrey’s passing was by suicide. The university has expressed its deepest condolences to her family, friends, and the entire campus community, offering its full support to those grieving this loss.
Support and Resources for the Cal Poly Community
Connect with your social circles and communities — such as family, classmates, department staff, campus offices, and/or faith communities — for support. This type of support can complement any help you might seek in other venues.
Seek support at Counseling Services (Building 27) by calling 805-756-2511. Same-day appointments are available for those in urgent need or schedule a brief screening within a few days.
If you need immediate assistance any time of day, call the Crisis Line at 805-756-2511. The 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline provides free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Need a counselor come to your group to provide support and resources? Please call Counseling and Psychological Services at 805-756-2511 and ask to speak with Andrea Lawson, director of Counseling Services.
You can also email counseling@calpoly.edu. If you have questions or concerns related to missing a class or other academic commitments, these should be addressed directly with your individual instructors.
Assistance and support services are also available by contacting the Dean of Students Office at 805-756-0327 or email deanofstudents@calpoly.edu.
Aubrey’s passing serves as a heartbreaking reminder of the importance of mental health awareness and support. If you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out for help. You are never alone, and resources are always available to provide support during difficult times.
Our thoughts remain with Aubrey’s family, friends, and the Cal Poly community as they navigate this unimaginable loss.
