GREEN BAY, Wis. -- The Green Bay Phoenix Athletics department mourns the loss of swimming and diving student-athlete Alex Smolecki, who passed away Tuesday night. Alex was a junior from Hickory Hills, Ill, and was going to graduate early in the spring of 2025 with a degree in mechanical engineering. UW-Green Bay will award Alex his degree posthumously in May 2025.
"Phoenix Swimming and Diving are devastated by the tragic passing of Alex Smolecki (Smo)," head swimming & diving coach Alex Lewis said. "Alex made a positive impact on everyone he came in contact with as a leader, a friend, and teammate. Alex was one of those athletes that made every day fun and lighthearted. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Smolecki family during this incredibly challenging time."
"Our Phoenix Family is heartbroken over the sudden loss of Alex Smolecki," Mark Murphy Endowed Director of Athletics  Josh Moon said. "We extend our deepest condolences to his family, friends, teammates, coaches and all who loved Alex. Please join us in praying for all who are impacted in this difficult time."
UWGB is working to ensure both students and University staff have emotional and mental support as they process and grieve. More resources to help in this process are below.Â
Green Bay Wellness Center offers free 1:1 Counseling appointments Monday through Friday. Call: 920-465-2380 for an appointment.
Several 'urgent/triage' appointments are available each day. Students should express need for an urgent appointment if needed when calling.
Kristin Dachelet, Counselor- Kress Office Hours- Wednesday 1-3 pmÂ
Bruce Skovera- Counselor-Â Kress Office Hours - Thursday 1-3pmÂ
Mantra Health is another counseling option offering free Virtual Teletherapy and Telepsychiatry visits sponsored by the Universities of Wisconsin. Log in with your campus email address to get started.
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YOU at College  is also available to students. This self-help platform offers evidence-based content across 30+ well-being topics and is designed to provide assistance and support to improve one's overall health.
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24/7 Crisis Hotlines:
UW Mental Health 24/7 Call/Text Support Line (students) Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 1-888-531-2142
National & Crisis Lifeline: Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 988
Brown County Crisis Center                                              1-920-436-8888
Trevor Project hotline (LGBTQIA) Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 1-866-488-7386
Trans Lifeline:Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 1-877-565-8860
Text "Hopeline" to 741741 for text support
University Police:Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 1-920-465-2300
EMERGENCY Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 911
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Student of Concern Report:  To report a concern about another student who needs help with a non-academic issue, click here.
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I Need Help Report:  If you are personally facing non-academic challenges, but are unsure of how or where to start to get assistance, just submit this form.
