Northeastern student Griffin Loranger, a third-year student from Maine, passed away on April 15 according to school officials and an obituary posted online. He was just 21 years old. Loranger was pursuing a combined degree in computer science and cognitive psychology at the Boston campus and had been involved in research and global opportunities during his time at Northeastern, according to an email statement from Dean of Khoury College of Computer Sciences Elizabeth Mynatt.
Mynatt expressed her deep sadness for the loss of Loranger in her email sent to Boston campus students, stating that he will be greatly missed. Loranger had a strong passion for research and worked at the College of Science’s Kwon Research Lab for Low Vision and Brain Research. He also participated in a Dialogue of Civilizations program in London, where he was able to explore his interest in history.
Loranger’s technical skills and computing abilities were highlighted by Mynatt as she paid tribute to him in her email. Outside of his studies and work, Loranger was involved in Northeastern’s Athletic Department as a camera operator for Division I sporting events. He was also a member of NUTV, a video production club on campus, where he showcased his creativity through mahjong games with fellow members.
Friends who shared their thoughts on the obituary site praised Loranger’s vibrant personality and sense of humor that brought joy to the NUTV community. Mynatt mentioned that counseling services are available for Northeastern students and staff who are grieving Loranger’s loss through the University of Health and Counseling Services, the Center for Spirituality, Dialogue, and Service, and WeCare.
