A sombre day as news travels quickly that a student committed suicide last night. Thankfully, I am informed early on, as often information is not shared. Classes are cancelled. Although a first for this college, apparently it is not uncommon at University. It is another reminder that I am often unfamiliar with cultural differences. How should I act? What should I say? Some teachers appear unaffected, whereas others (in stark contrast to traditional culture) show open signs of emotion. Rumours as usual, spread fast as to how and the reason why. The popular line of reason is a positive test result for HIV. All the more striking as last weekend was HIV Awareness Day with dramas, poems and music organised and performed by the students on the relevant dangers.
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