The University of Miami community and the town of Manchester Center, Vermont, are mourning the tragic death of George Zilkha, an undergraduate finance student who passed away over the weekend. He was originally from Manchester Center in Bennington County and was widely regarded as a driven and thoughtful young man with a strong academic focus.

University officials confirmed that Zilkha’s death is being investigated as an apparent suicide. No further details have been released, and authorities have emphasized respect for the privacy of his family and loved ones during this time.

Zilkha was a 2023 graduate of Burr and Burton Academy, where he was known for his academic dedication and interest in quantitative subjects. He went on to enroll at the University of Miami, where he was a third-year finance major. According to those familiar with his academic goals, Zilkha planned to combine his interests in business and mathematics with the aim of building a career in the finance industry.

Friends and classmates remember him as focused, intelligent, and quietly ambitious. His studies reflected a clear sense of purpose, and he was committed to developing the skills necessary for success in a competitive field.

The University of Miami has expressed condolences to Zilkha’s family and friends and has encouraged members of the campus community to support one another and make use of available counseling and mental health services as they grieve this loss.

As his family, friends, and academic community come to terms with his passing, George Zilkha is being remembered for his dedication to learning and his aspirations for the future. His death is a sobering reminder of the importance of compassion, connection, and mental health awareness within schools and communities.