Missouri S&T grad student found dead
Posted by Mary Helen Stoltz
Malaka Thilakaratne, 33, a Ph.D. student in applied mathematics at Missouri University of Science and Technology, was found dead at an off-campus residence Wednesday, Jan. 14.
Thilakaratne, who earned a master of science degree in applied mathematics from Missouri S&T in 2012, was from Kandy, Sri Lanka.
The Rolla Police Department responded to the scene and is investigating the death. No foul play is suspected.
Members of the Missouri S&T student affairs staff and the counseling, disability support and student wellness are available for counseling and support. To arrange for counseling, students may email counsel@mst.edu or call 573-341-4211.
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Did anyone ever find out why? He was a good friend and excellent mentor.
Katrina – The Rolla Police Department is conducting the investigation and would be the organization to provide any further information on this very unfortunate matter.
Sincerely,
Andrew Careaga
Executive director, Missouri S&T marketing and communications