CALIFORNIA (Jan. 18) – California University of Pennsylvania and the athletic department are deeply saddened by the passing of senior women's basketball player Shanice Clark this morning.

Following an early-morning University-wide message to students, faculty and staff by Interim President Geraldine M. Jones, Athletic Director Dr. Karen Hjerpe issued the following statement on behalf of Cal U Athletics: " Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to the family and friends of Shanice Clark. Shanice was a bright student and talented player. Her smile and personality will be missed."

Clark was redshirting this season after playing 24 games for the Vulcans last season. She was a native of Toronto, Ontario, and transferred to Cal U after playing two years at Sante Fe College in Gainesville, Florida.