Ithaca College

I've known Kim for two years... we've done a lot of service stuff together and she worked for Campus Center and me the CSLI. This summer I have seen her almost every single day. The last time I saw her was Wednesday afternoon and we were laughing together. I am so shocked and so upset that I don't really have any other words at all. So I will use someone else's:

"There is really nothing more to say--except why. But since why is difficult to handle, one must take refuge in how."
-from The Bluest Eye, by Toni Morrison


I don't know the why part, Kim, but I do hope that you are at peace now.

There is a student/employee that I talked to every saturday at the campus center, but i never knew her name. makes me wonder if this is the same girl. Where exactly /floor, did she work ?

Facilities Attendant

Andy G.

Kim was an absolutely amazing girl with so much going for her. I lived in the same dorm as her for two years and had a few classes with her. I never saw her without a smile and she always had time to stop and say hello. I don't know why or how this happened, but I do know that the world lost someone really special today. Rest peacefully Kim, you will be missed.

Kim was my advisee and my student. She was a star -- so smart, hard-
working, disciplined, mature. She wanted to do some social change and
social justice work. It seemed like she was heading down an amazing path
and doing things that really mattered to her. I wish it made sense that she
is gone but it really doesn't....

I was Kim's RA this past semester and I want to offer my sympathies to Kim's vast number of friends at school and her family. It's hard to be an RA when school is not in session, but in the words of my RD, "as long as you're east of the Mississippi, you're an RA." So I'd like to offer myself as a source of help to anyone who might need it.


Rachel Lees.

When I read this e-mail I caught my breath, I couldn't believe what I was reading... Kim Chu? No, I was never close with her. We had class freshman year, and that was it. Like most people, I didn't always know my classmates names, or much about them, nor did I really care... but Kim, she was different. As well as having class with her, she lived in my residence hall. Every time she saw me, whether it be, in the building, on campus somewhere, in class, or at a party, she said "Hey Laura"; she asked me how I was, what I was up to, things like that. Even throughout sophomore year, well after our class was over, whenever I saw her she always greeted me with a smile and a genuine interest in what I was doing. I know that she was like this with everyone... that's what made her unique. She's someone who tried her hardest to make a difference with other people, even with just a simple hello... Kim will be dearly missed.

I got to know Kim through CCLR. Though we didn't have chance to talk much, I was always glad I've met her. She is a caring friend, a motivated scholar, an active member of our IC community, who I'm sure will forever be in the many hearts that she has touched. Goodbye Kim, rest in peace...

Ha Phuong Phan

The world will miss the bright and pleasant smile of Kim. As her club advisor for the Asian Cultural Club, I had an oppportunity to see her enthusiasm, sense of humor, energy, and compassion. She was also a dedicated student of sociology and race relations, and had taken several of my courses in Asian American Studies and sociology. Always trying to do good, and helping others; I can't imagine she is not here anymore. Kim, we are going to miss you.

Kim was in my personal essay class last fall. Though we never really talked to each other in class, she always had a smile on her face and said hi when we crossed paths around campus. I was able to learn a little bit about her life through her writing, but again, we were never really close. She was like a friendly stranger that I didn't talk to much, but always liked running into. As I'm sure most others are, I am shocked and saddened by the fact that I won't be able to smile at Kim when I pass her on campus anymore. I am running out of words but I know that I will truely miss seeing her. I am praying for Kim's family, friends, and anyone else her warm spirit ever greeted. May she rest in peace and the Lord comfort her in Heaven.

sincerely, Kirstin

I lived down the hall from Kim freshman year and was amazed at her presence on campus. She was one of those people who would always flash her brilliant smile and extend a warm hello whenever and wherever our paths would cross which was on a daily basis for the past two years. Her friendliness and simple hellos always made me feel more reassured and comfortable as I walked the cold icy paths to classes. Kim led by example when it came to developing a sense of community at the college and I plan on following her lead. My thoughts and prayers are with her friends and family... and I will be missing her smile.

I've known Kim since late freshman year. She was a friendly, outgoing, and sincere girl, and she will surely be missed by her large number of friends. My thoughts are with her family.

All of us in IC VoiceStream extend our deepest sympathy and
sadness. Kim came to all our shows and was always extremely
supportive. We'll remember her enthusiasm and kindness.

Kim -
You were definitely a big presence in my life, even though we never hung out. I have been through many emotions -- shock, sadness, anger, etc -- and I cannot imagine what your close friends and family are going through. You were amazing. I admire you so much. You're in my thoughts.

I know I'm not alone when I say "I don't know what to say." But, on the other hand, there is sooo much I can say. Kim was my freshman roomate and we grew to become awesome friends. I could not have been more blessed than to have Kim as "my roomie." I could write a novel on all the incredible memories she has carved into my heart. Kim was the type of person who knew exactly what to say when you needed it the most. She could make any dull situation into a new exciting adventure and she never seized to amaze me. Kim is blessed by an incredible family who I cannot thank well enough by words alone. All who know Kim have in one way or another been strengthed by her selfless nature. Kim wants us to be strong through this, I can promise you that. I challenge that everyone who has ever met Kim, even if it is just in passing, to take something positive from her and practice it in your life.

**In an mmmbop they're gone**

Kim- you will always be my roomie.

If anyone wants to chat about ANYTHING please do not hesitate to contact me. komara1@ithaca.edu or OldElPasoPT.

I was extreamly saddened when i heard the news about kim. I am still in shock with the news. she was a sweet, kind and gentle person who was taken from this world way too soon. I give my condolicenses to her friends and family. If anything can be learned from this tradgy is that life is so short and we must cherish the time that we have with eachother. I wish I could have more time to have known kim a little better. Whenever I saw her she always had a smile, and was so nice, smart and kind. I pray that kim is at peace wherever she is

I, like so many others, was shocked and saddened by the news of Kim's passing. I first met her last year, when a mutual friend invited her to go with us to a Something Corporate concert in Scranton, PA. She was fun and very friendly, and made waiting in line all day more enjoyable. We even met up over the summer for another concert in Philadelphia. I didn't have time to get to know her too well, but I could tell that she was an amazing girl. She will be missed. My deepest sympathies go out to her family. I'm so sorry.

Sincerely,
Corey Phillips

I'm sorry, but I lied. The services will take place at 7(SEVEN) PM on Tuesday evening, same place, different time.

I recruited Kim to play field hockey at IC. She was a strong athlete mentally and phisically. I am sad and in shock about her death. My heart goes out to her family.

A little advice from Kim herself that she gave to the campus after the death of Morgan Potter.

"Hearing of Morgan's death was extremely difficult for me. I am very shaken up. Like many people, i did not personally know him, but I work at info desk and saw him all the time in campus center. I guess i want to express that it doesnt really matter who knew him more or less, you didnt have to know him well to be extremely upset. I guess i want to offer some advice for everyone on campus feeling the effects of this. In december, a very close friend of mine killed herself. suicide is a very strange thing. It is truly the most painful thing to go through and my heart goes out in the most sincere way to his family and friends. What helped me was support, so much support and talking. just a hug can mean the world of difference. It doesnt matter if you didnt know him well, he was still a peer and its shocking and scary when this happens. Its ok to feel very sad, to cry, to feel upset even if you didnt know him. It is so important that we all come together, even reading these comments reminds me that people do care about each other and are looking out for each other [...] just the offering of support means so much, it does to me and i offer it to all of you in the most genuine way." -Kim Chu

I hope her advice can help you.