Chancellor R. Bowen Loftin -why are you shocked? Are you not aware of the climate in MidAmerica about race? Did this message go out to all faculty and staff! What exactly is being done to improve campus climate besides a day of listening? Maybe a racial issue needs to hit ESPN or CNN to capture Title IX-like attention from your office. The excuses for not dealing with reality have to come to an end. *********** Subject: Message on behalf of Chancellor Loftin Dear Mizzou Students, Senior administrators have been made aware of many racist, threatening and disturbing comments posted on anonymous social media sites such as Yik Yak and Erodr. The context of these statements makes it likely that the individuals posting them are students at MU. I am shocked and disappointed that members of our student body would participate in such hateful and hurtful speech that perpetuates negative stereotypes of black students. The behavior we are seeing on these anonymous social media sites is deplorable and unworthy of this institution and its values. I remind you that a core value of our university is Respect. These statements have a chilling effect on discussion that is intended to improve our campus climate and ensure freedom of expression for all students in a safe and inclusive environment. I urge every member of our student body to consider their statements and how they affect their fellow students. R. Bowen Loftin, Ph.D. Chancellor --
Posted on: Wed, 03 Dec 2014 02:23:03 +0000
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