CCSU student dies after being found unresponsive in dorm room

NEW BRITAIN, CT (WFSB) - A Central Connecticut State University student who was found unresponsive in a campus dorm room has died.

School officials identified the student as Saradina (Sara) Redman, 21, of Burlington.

The senior was studying Bio-molecular science, CCSU said.

CCSU President Zulma Toro sent a letter to the university community over the weekend.

“This is the kind of heartbreaking news I had hoped I would never have to share during my presidency,” Toro wrote. “Late [Sunday] morning, a student living in one of our residence halls was found unresponsive. CCSU police responded to the 911 call and began CPR until New Britain Emergency Services took over and transported her to the hospital. I am so very sorry to tell you that she did not make it.”

The school said an official cause of death has not been released.

Toro reported that police were investigating the circumstances of the woman’s death.

“We have been in contact with the student’s family to offer our condolences and support,” Toro said.

CCSU said Residence Life and Counseling will continue to support those who knew Sara.

Those who seek counseling can call 860-832-1926.

“Your prayers and kind words have meant a lot. Please, keep the Redman Family in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time,” said Toro.

A moment of silence for Sara will be held on Friday March 3 at 10 a.m. “The University will toll the clock tower bells in Sara’s honor,” CCSU said.