ST. JOSEPH COUNTY, Ind. - The University of Notre Dame is mourning the death of a current student.

In a letter sent out Saturday morning, university leaders notified the community of the death of James (Jake) Blaauboer, a sophomore in the College of Arts and Letters and a military veteran of the U.S. Army.

The Division of Student Affairs is coordinating pastoral support to Blaauboer's family and students who may be affected by his death.

Information on commemorating Blaauboer's life will be announced at a later date.

The University Counseling Center (574-631-7336) and Campus Ministry (574-631-7800) are available to support the community.