Sigma Nu member dead; alcohol involved
USU freshman Michael Starks, an 18-year-old Sigmnu Nu member, died Friday morning at 3 a.m. at Logan Regional Hospital. Early reports indicate his death may have been related to alcohol consumption, though Logan Police are still investigating the death.
Starks’ family said in a statement that he had no prior history of alcohol use or substance abuse and “the randomness of this tragedy haunts us all.”
John DeVilbiss, executive director of USU Public Relations and Marking, said, “We are shocked and saddened. Our first priority is with the family of this young man who lost his life, and our deepest condolences go out to his family and friends.”
The USU chapter of Sigma Nu has had activities temporarily suspended by the national offices while the investigation is under way.