GRAMBLING, La., – Grambling State University is offering condolences to the family and friends of Amanda Lee, a 2013 graduate of GSU and an incoming graduate student, who passed away unexpectedly on Nov. 27.
“I know how very difficult it is to face the death of someone like Amanda, a bright, vivacious college student with her whole life ahead of her, especially during the holidays,” President Willie Larkin said. “I offer my heartfelt condolences to Amanda’s family and friends, and I ask the Grambling community to be strong during this time of loss. I ask that you remember and celebrate Amanda’s life and offer prayers and support for her friends, family and loved ones left behind.”
Lee traveled to Grambling from Riviere Cyrique, Dominica, in January 2010 to study accounting. She graduated from GSU in December 2013 with a Bachelor of Science degree in accounting. She was set to return to Grambling in the spring 2016 semester to pursue a graduate degree. Lee was a member of St. Benedict Catholic Church and a member of the choir.
Amanda is survived by her brother, Alleyne Polydore, of New York, and her sister, Jodi-Anne Lee, a medical student in Cuba. A candlelight vigil is being held in memory of Lee at 5 p.m. Wednesday at the Eddie the Tiger Statue in front of Long-Jones Hall.
Oh my God,
May God bless and keep her family!!! I didn’t know her but as a grandmother and a Grambling Alumnus, my heart goes out to her family and our Grambling State University family!!!
RIP, my dear!!!