Deaton offers condolences, support to Japan
In a news release Tuesday, Chancellor Brady Deaton encouraged students and faculty to provide support to victims of the earthquake and tsunami in Japan.
“I encourage those of you who are so-inclined to give to the charity of your choice or do what you can to express concern and assistance,” Deaton said in the release.
The Japanese embassy in the U.S. suggests donating to the American Red Cross and the United States Agency for International Development, according to its website.
The nine MU students in Japan are safe, as are the families of the 17 Japanese students enrolled at the university.
“Service to others has been a hallmark of the University of Missouri since its beginning,” Deaton said. “We will keep you apprised of opportunities to serve and give.”