The University of Alberta banner is flying at half-mast from October 2-4, 2023 in remembrance of Joon Song, undergraduate student in the Doctor of Pharmacy Program, Faculty of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences.
Joon Song was diagnosed in the fall of 2021 with Spindle Cell Sarcoma, a rare and agressive cancer. His battle with cancer showed his indomitable strength, courage and grace. Joon passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 16, 2023 and is survived by his parents Heekyung (Tracy) and Gyeho (Gary), and brothers (Nelly and Andrew).
Read the original obituary for Joon Song
For information about lowering the University of Alberta banner, visit the In Memoriam webpage.