Proud of my Alma Mater for this: ---------------------------------------------------- From: Official Communications Subject: Message from the Provost re: Conflict Kitchen Date: November 9, 2014 at 8:04:12 PM EST Reply-To: Official Communications Dear Faculty, Staff and Students: Many of you have learned that Conflict Kitchen has temporarily closed its Schenley Plaza location because of a death threat against its staff. Conflict Kitchen is an art project created by Carnegie Mellon University Professor Jon Rubin and artist Dawn Weleski to bring awareness to and promote understanding of people living in regions with which the United States is in conflict. Our university condemns the criminal actions of those responsible for this threat. Since learning about the threat, we have taken appropriate steps with local police authorities to investigate the matter and help ensure the safety of all individuals who may be affected. Threats of violence, such as that received by Conflict Kitchen, have a chilling effect on free expression, have no place in civilized society, and deserve universal condemnation as well as appropriate judicial action. Protecting freedom of expression from such threats is essential in a democratic society. Carnegie Mellon University supports all forms of freedom of expression, consistent with the laws of the Commonwealth and nation. The university respects the rights of those involved, as well as the rights of others to express their disagreement. Controversial expression and resulting debate are fundamental elements of democratic society and are at the core of our academic mission. Sincerely, Nathan Urban Interim Provost
Posted on: Mon, 10 Nov 2014 13:51:14 +0000
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