MACON, Ga. – Mercer University Athletics mourns the passing of student-athlete Jibri Bryan.  A candlelight vigil will be held at 9:00 p.m. in Hawkins Arena on Mercer's campus.

Bryan, a sixth-year senior and graduate student from Savannah, Ga., was on track to complete his Masters of Business Administration. Bryan came to Mercer in the fall of 2010 and was a member of the University's nationally recognized men's basketball program.

Bryan was known for his hard work in the community as well as on the court. He was nominated for the Allstate NABC Good Works Team for his community service efforts.

Statement from Mercer University President William D. Underwood
"Tonight the Mercer community is grieving the tragic death of graduate student Jibri Bryan, who has been part of the University family for six years. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Bryan family." 

Statement from Mercer University Athletic Director Jim Cole
"First and foremost, my heartfelt sympathy goes out to the Bryans. The Mercer athletic family is deeply saddened by Jibri's passing. Jibri was always cheerful and greeted everyone in the department with a smile. He will not only be missed by his basketball family but by all of us in the University Athletic Department."

Statement from Mercer University Head Men's Basketball Coach Bob Hoffman
"Jibri Bryan was a special young man who was a great contributor to our team and did everything that was asked of him. He was important to us in every way. I loved him and cared about him from the very first time he was on our campus. We grew to be very close over the years. Our thoughts and prayers are with his special family."