I saw the thread bumped and was hoping for some news. Jermal is not listed in NamUs.
I skimmed the thread and hadn't seen any information discussed on how he was doing in college. Was he having trouble adjusting to college? That is the first thing that crossed my mind.... I wondered if the pressure was too much for him and he wasn't ready to start college right away? That's not all that uncommon for people his age.
If he is out there and ok, I do pray he makes contact with family or a friend to let them know he is ok.
Come home safely, Jermal.