CENTENNIAL HONORS COLLEGE
Western Illinois University
Undergraduate Research Day 2015
Podium Presentation
Kurt Cobain and Mental Health
Gina Divittorio
Faculty Mentor: Barbara Ashwood
English
My research project is about Kurt Cobain and the theories revolving around his death. Kurt Cobain was
the lead singer, guitarist, and primary song-writer for the band, Nirvana. When he killed himself there
were theories about him having been killed by someone else. My research project aims to refute those
theories by examining his life, particularly his problems with depression and drug use. I hope to use the
example of Kurt Cobain to teach about the warning signs of someone who might be at risk of committing
suicide.