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After attacks in Brussels, University of Washington accounting for students

Mar 22, 2016, 8:36 AM

The deadly attacks in Brussels have University of Washington staff trying to account for students, ...

The deadly attacks in Brussels have University of Washington staff trying to account for students, staff and faculty in Belgium. (University of Washington)

(University of Washington)

The deadly attacks in Brussels have University of Washington staff trying to account for students, staff and faculty in Belgium.

Information published on the website for the Office of Global Affairs asks students to find and stay in a safe place.

Related: At least 31 dead in bombings of Brussels airport, metro

“Notify parents and loved ones of your safety as soon as possible,” the statement says. “Respond to all communications from UW Study Abroad.”

The statement does not say where students are staying in Belgium.

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