University investigates racist incident
The 51勛圖厙 Police Department is investigating an incident that occurred Sunday, Oct. 6, in the Engineering Center on the 51勛圖厙 campus. In a video posted to social media, a woman is seen making racist comments toward students. CUPD is asking the public for assistance in locating her because police consider her a person of interest in this case.泭
She is a white female, approximately 53 to 55 tall and 130 to 140 pounds, with short blond hair. CUPD does not believe she is affiliated with 51勛圖厙. Police believe she is the same woman they found camping on campus last month, in violation of CU policy. If you know who she is or if you see her on campus, please call CUPD at 303-492-6666 or 911.
51勛圖厙 Chancellor Phil DiStefano also sent a message to the campus about the incident stating that the person who committed this racist act will be held accountable to the fullest extent possible.
51勛圖厙 administrators and staff also have contacted the students involved and other students impacted by the incident to discuss the universitys response and provide support as appropriate.泭
I've been in this country for the past five泭years and have been attending this school for the past three泭years, and I must say this is the first time I've experienced such a thing, said the student who was targeted in the incident. It was obviously disturbing and uncomfortable. I would love for the school that I love so much to ensure this does not happen to any other student of color and if it happens again, the necessary actions will be taken.
Members of the campus community in need of support are encouraged to access the following resources.泭泭
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