University of Georgia President Jere Morehead issued a campus-wide letter condemning reports of swastikas drawn in resident halls. Morehead said he found the displays offensive and outrageous and that type of behavior had no place on campus.
The incidents are being investigated and he urges anyone with any information regarding the incidents to contact Janyce Dawkins, Director of the Equal Opportunity Office, at edawkins@uga.edu or 706-542-7912 or Dan Silk, UGA Chief of Police, at dsilk@police.uga.edu or 706-542-2200.
Morehead letter:
Dear Faculty, Staff, and Students:
You may be aware of troubling reports about swastikas drawn on message boards and placards in two of our residence halls.
I am appalled by such offensive and outrageous displays of hate. Let me be clear: this type of behavior has no place on our campus. The University of Georgia is defined by our shared values. Respect for others, diversity of thought, a love of learning, and a drive to expand knowledge and make a positive difference—these values unite us as a campus community and inspire our academic endeavors.
This matter has been investigated by the Equal Opportunity Office and University Police. However, the individual(s) responsible remains unknown. If you have any information regarding the perpetrator(s) in this matter, please contact Janyce Dawkins, Director of the Equal Opportunity Office, at edawkins@uga.edu or 706-542-7912 or Dan Silk, UGA Chief of Police, at dsilk@police.uga.edu or 706-542-2200.
Let us reaffirm our commitment to ensuring a welcoming and inclusive environment for all members of our University community.
Sincerely,
Jere W. Morehead
President