Adams Junior Peter Cai '10 Dies During River Run

IN MEMORIAM: PETER CAI '10

Voice Team

Adams House Junior Petar Cai '10 died of cardiac arrest around noon today at Mt. Auburn Hospital. Peter collapsed at this morning's River Run, and was transported to the hospital after tutors and students had tried administering CPR.

According to some reports, a tutor from Adams - who also happens to be a doctor - was running behind Peter during the race. When Peter collapsed the tutor immediately tried to save his life by administering CPR.

Peter Cai was known to go running often, and didn't seem to have any major health issues.

The tragedy was announced via e-mail to the Adam House community at 12:45. Most of the other Houses sent out emails to notify students of the news, as well as annouce that Adams House would convene at 1:30 p.m. in its dining hall.

Peter, stemming from Pittsburg, studied molecular and cellular biology. He was also a violinist for the Mozart Society Orchestra.

Dean Hammonds: "We are deeply saddened"

In a statement issued to the whole University, Dean of Harvard College Evelynn Hammonds had the following to say:

Dear Students,

We are deeply saddened by the death today of Harvard College junior Peter Cai. Peter was a beloved member of Adams House and was very involved in campus life including volunteering as a tutor in the Phillips Brooks House Association's Chinatown program and as a violinist in the Mozart Society Orchestra. A molecular and cellular biology concentrator, the Pittsburgh, PA native was pre-med and was active in various science and pre-medical student groups.

His friends at Adams House were informed this afternoon of his death that occurred when he collapsed after participating in the River Run, an intramural student race held annually along the Charles River. The cause of his death has not been determined. Grief counselors have been made available to the Adams House community and a memorial service is being planned in his honor. We ask that everyone in the community make a special effort during this time to reach out and support those who were closest to Peter.

Peter will be missed immensely by the many students, faculty and staff whose lives he touched during his time at Harvard. The thoughts and prayers of the Harvard community are with his family and loved ones.

Sincerely,
Evelynn Hammonds