Duke to reinstate lacrosse program

Duke to reinstate lacrosse program

Exerts from President’s message:

Problem:

1. Campus Culture. “As I explained in my April 5 letter, a striking feature of the recent episode is the attention it has drawn to questions of student conduct…. that include… disrespectful behavior across lines of race and other forms of difference.”

Solution:

Under the new behavioral standards, violations will include underage drinking, disorderly conduct and harassment. Minimum penalties include counseling and community service for a first offense; a three-game suspension for a second offense; and a season-long suspension for a third offense.

Result:
Problem solved.

President Brodhead did the right thing, I commend him for his commitment to fairness.