Miami University professor, 52, dies after falling 150 feet off of Alaska mountain top while hiking with son
A BELOVED professor from Ohio has died after plunging 150ft off a mountain in Alaska while hiking with his son.
Miami University academic David Shrider was climbing the Donoho Peak in Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Preserve near Kennecott when he fell on Friday.
The 52-year-old was walking with his son and other family and friends when he reportedly asked for help just before his fall.
Mr Shrider then descended around 150ft down the slope.
According to officials, he was dead when a member of the group found him.
His son called 911, the Wrangell-St. Elias National Park & Preserve said, and his body was recovered the following day by helicopter.
Miami University staff hailed Mr Shrider a “valuable colleague and friend” following his death.
“Shrider was a professor at Miami University in Oxford, Ohio, and the school’s director of global business programs,” a Facebook post from university’s Farmer School of Business said.
“He graduated from Miami University in 1992 and became a professor there in 2004.
“David was much loved as a valuable friend and colleague of many at the Farmer School, Miami University and the Oxford community at large.”
“His positive impact and connection with his students was immeasurable, and resulted in his being named the Outstanding Professor by the Miami University Associated Student Government in 2020.”
Miami University’s athletics department also paid tribute to the professor.
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“Our deepest condolences to the Shrider family on the sudden loss of a beloved husband, father, son & friend, David,” they tweeted.
“A staple within Athletics for many years as an avid supporter, board member & son to former AD, Dick Shrider.
“The epitome of Love & Honor, David will be missed.”