WILLIAMSBURG, Va. — A William & Mary student who was reported missing earlier this week was found dead hours later, according to Williamsburg Police.
Search and rescue teams found 21-year-old Rose Way dead Thursday afternoon in a wooded area near Rolfe Road in Williamsburg.
Way was last seen Wednesday afternoon on Ukrop Way before she was reported missing.
Police do not suspect any foul play in Way's death.
William & Mary released a statement following the news of her death:
It is with profound sadness that I write to inform you of the unexpected death of a student, Rose Way, a senior from Chesterfield, VA. Rose’s family has been notified. No foul play is suspected.
A graduate of Manchester High School in Midlothian, VA, Rose was a data science major at W&M with a concentration in algorithms. Rose was an active member of our campus community. Their many involvements on campus included the Skateboarding Club, WCWM 90.9 FM Radio, the Tabletop Roleplaying Games Club, Science Fiction & Fantasy Club, Costuming Club and Anime Club.
Once Rose’s family shares information about memorial arrangements, I will write again to share it with you.
This is a heartbreaking loss for our community. Moments like this remind us of how connected we are with one another at William & Mary. I know you join me in extending deepest sympathies to Rose’s family and friends.
Ginger Ambler, Senior Vice President for Student Affairs & Public Safety
