discussion on
retiring Chief
Illiniwek
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A forum for discussion on retiring Chief Illiniwek |
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Welcome to RetireTheChief | November 25, 2002 | Vol. 1, No. 3 | |
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WELCOMEHello, and welcome to RetireTheChief. We're here to give those opposed to Chief Illiniwek their say - in their own words.If you are pro- or anti-Chief and would like to share your opinion with us, send us a letter that we can post here. If you are hoping to find out more about Chief Illiniwek, check out our online resources and Dialogue excerpts regarding the Chief. Regardless of your stand on this very divisive issue, welcome. Please read on and learn more about the opinions of others.LETTERS Dan McCollum, 11/4: ... the Board should base its decision on what is best for the reputation of the University, not on individual feelings on either side. |
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"Use of American Indian mascots ... is a concern to the NCAA"Last month's study of American Indian mascots is making its way through the NCAA. In a Nov. 11 report, the NCAA Executive Committee's subcommittee on gender and diversity called for additional review on the subject. The NCAA Indian mascot study is to be distributed to the presidential bodies, Management Councils and all championships groups.
The NCAA Minority Opportunities and Interests Committee (MOIC) stated that while
"the intent in using American Indian mascots ... is to honor these [Native
American] people ... the MOIC believes when American Indians are used as a mascot,
harmful stereotypes may result." "The Executive Committee subcommittee agreed that the use of American Indian mascots in intercollegiate athletics is a concern to the NCAA." The full text of the report is here. |
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