It’s always tragic when a member of our community is taken from us. The circumstances surrounding the death of Kogod School of Business Professor Sue Marcum, however, make the loss of such a beloved member of our community even harder to understand. As we continue to learn more about this devastating situation, we will remember the peer, teacher and adviser who made such a difference in the lives of AU students.
Marcum was many things to the Kogod community: Professor, mentor, president of the alumni chapter, faculty adviser to the Kogod Accounting Club and Faculty Brother of Alpha Kappa Psi. The announcements of her loss will be keenly felt by one and all, from students in her classes to her peers in the department.
While many in the AU community are still learning about Marcum’s life, those who we have spoken with have had nothing but kind words to say about the professor. Some students — hearing rumors of Marcum’s untimely passing after her class was canceled — left in tears. We look forward to learning more about Marcum’s life and impact in the coming days.
The circumstances surrounding Marcum’s death are mysterious, and the Montgomery County Police are currently treating her death as a homicide investigation. We hope to learn more in the coming days about exactly what happened at her home on Massachusetts Avenue.
Although many of us outside the immediate Kogod community were unfortunate to have not known Marcum, we will all feel the impact of her legacy here at AU. In the days to come, keep in mind our fellow students who may be grieving the loss of a person who truly made a difference in the lives of many of our peers. In times such as this, we need to remember that we are all part of one larger community. For those who feel the loss most acutely, we encourage you to use resources provided by the University.
Professor Marcum, may you rest in peace.
