Northwestern rower Mohammed Ramzan, 19, drowns during practice

A Northwestern rower has died after falling overboard during practice Monday.

The body of Mohammed Ramzan, 19, was recovered in the North Shore Channel in a suburb of Chicago, Northwestern officials announced Monday night.

"We extend our deepest condolences and heartfelt sympathies to Mohammed's family and friends for this tragic loss," Northwestern vice president for student affairs Patricia Telles-Irvin said in a statement. "The loss affects us all, and we urge all members of our community to reach out and support one another."

Ramzan fell in the water during morning practice that started around 7:30 a.m. Seven other rowers and a coxswain were not able to locate the freshman, and two people…