Jade “Sage” McKissic, 20, had been missing since September 10, according to the Houston Police Department.
HOUSTON — A University of Houston student who had been missing since last week was found dead, according to the Houston Police Department.
The body of Jade “Sage” McKissic was pulled from Brays Bayou near Spur 5 South on the afternoon of Monday, September 15. The scene is less than a mile from the UH campus.
The 20-year-old UH junior had been missing since September 10. She was last seen leaving LA Burgers and Daiquiris on North MacGregor Way near Scott Street in the Third Ward.
A relative told KHOU 11 that the news came as a total shock. She said police haven’t given them much information yet.
The relative said McKissic, whose nickname was Sage, had always been a great student who was involved in church and school groups.
According to a Facebook post, McKissic worked as a desk assistant on campus and was part of the student orientation team.
An autopsy is being done to determine McKissic’s cause of death.
UH releases statement on death of Jade McKissick
UH Vice President of Student Affairs Paul Kittle sent the following statement to students on Thursday:
“It is with profound sadness that we share the recent passing of one of our students. Jade “Sage” McKissic was a campus resident and student employee, and a friend to many in our community.
At this time, we do not have details surrounding her death. We understand that it occurred off-campus and is currently under investigation by the Houston Police Department. We are awaiting further information.
We recognize that this loss may be felt deeply across our campus. Please know that support is available. CoogsCare has information on all available resources including:
- UH Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS): Available at (713) 743-5454, Health 2 Building, Room 2005 (4349 Martin Luther King Blvd.).
- “Let’s Talk” Program: Provides daily, easy access to informal, confidential consultations with CAPS therapists. Locations and hours are available on the CAPS website.
- 988 Crisis Line: Text 988, or access the chat online at 988 Lifeline Chat and Text if you are in crisis.
We have extended our condolences and support to the family as they navigate this unimaginable loss.
In times of grief, leaning on one another can make a meaningful difference. Please take care of yourselves and each other — and reach out if you need support.”
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