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University of Arkansas Student Dies in Fraternity House Bathroom After Passing Out

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A 20-year-old student at the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville, Ark., died on Saturday after passing out around noon in the restroom at a fraternity house.

The student's fraternity brothers performed CPR while waiting for first responders, according to Capt. Gary Crain with the University of Arkansas Police Department.

According to CBS' local 5 News affiliate, the incident occurred at the Sigma Alpha Epsilon house, where the student was a member.

The student was pronounced dead at the scene. No cause of death has been determined yet.

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"There was no visible injury nor indication what happened," Crain told PEOPLE in a statement.

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The university has not yet released the name of the student or confirmed the fraternity that they were in.

However, Melissa Rom, the University of Arkansas' dean of students, told PEOPLE in a statement, "I can't imagine the grief a family must feel when losing a child. I am truly saddened. Speaking on behalf of others across campus, I send condolences to the parents, family members, friends and acquaintances at this most difficult time."

"We know that such a loss may be very difficult for others, and we encourage anyone who is concerned about a member of our community to request assistance from Counseling and Psychological Services at 479-575-5276," she added. "If you are calling after hours, press 1 to speak to a counselor on call. The campus community may also reach out to UA Cares at uofacares@uark.edu."

Sigma Alpha Epsilon did not immediately respond to PEOPLE's requests for comment. The university's SAE chapter did not comment when reached.