AMERICUS, Ga (WGXA) — Georgia Southwestern University (GSW) announced the passing of Lecturer Morgan Whaley on Monday.
President Michelle R. Johnston issued a statement saying she is “deeply saddened to share that Morgan Whaley, Lecturer in the GSW College of Education, passed away yesterday (Sunday) after a courageous battle with cancer”.
According to Whaley’s obituary, she was 38 years old when she passed away, fighting cancer called Endometrial Stromal Sarcoma, High Grade.
According to Johnston, Whaley had been with Georgia Southwestern for six years, since 2020.
Whaley was initially hired in the College of Education and worked in this capacity while earning her Master’s Degree. Following her promotion, Whaley served as a Lecturer in the College of Education.
Among the many things that Morgan will be remembered for are her kindness, quick wit, and generosity. She had a special way of affirming people and pushing each of us to be our very best. The impact she had on GSW extends far beyond the classroom or office and will continue through the many lives she touched,” Said Johnston. “At a close-knit university like ours, losses are difficult to process. Students, please don’t hesitate to contact the Counseling Center on campus at [email protected] or 229.931.2708 to make an appointment to meet with a counselor if you need support or assistance. You may also access our 24/7 counseling support through Care@GSW by calling 833.855.0079. Faculty and staff, please utilize our Employee Assistance Program if it can be helpful. Please hold Morgan’s family, friends, colleagues, students, and everyone who knew and loved her in your hearts, and please be there for each other in every way you can.
Johnston adds that she will share arrangements as they learn about them.
Whaley has a GoFundMe open in her honor that has been open for around a year.
