DinkytownDiva
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There is so much knee-jerk reaction to things like this because people fail to fully read and assess the facts. Then the message boards get going and suddenly we're firing everyone who has spoken to Reggie since he appeared on campus.
Here are some facts that I believe are relevant.
1) this incident happened in April, 2016, prior to the May, 2016 incident for which he was arrested
2.) For whatever reason - shame or #metoo or working up the nerve or whatever - the complaint was not made until "last fall," which from all standards of the english language should refer to sometime Sept-Nov 2017.
3) the EEOC took the complaint and investigated it confidentially since the time it was filed
4) the completed investigation (apparently completed and communicated yesterday) recommended a two-year suspension -- which both the alleged victim and Reggie had the option to accept or appeal.
5) The University's published standard for inappropriate sexual conduct is stricter than the criminal standard - a student must be able to show that his/her partner gave positive consent to any relations that happened, not simply that "nobody said no." The University is entitled to have stricter standards than criminal courts as long as punishment does not impact the legal rights of the student involved.
While the investigation was pending, there was a presumption of innocence on Reggie's part. (Anyone remember that this is still how our country works?) As such, he was entitled to all of the rights and privileges of a U of M student and a Gopher Athlete. With the conclusion of the investigation finding guilt, the University and the Athletic Department can take action even though there will likely be an appeal. This is exactly the right time to suspend Reggie from the team. If the investigation had concluded that no policy violation had occurred and the alleged victim had appealed, it would also be appropriate for Reggie to remain with the team while the appeal is pending.
I'm so tired of people being tried, convicted and hanged in social media and the press without due process. Blaming Pitino and Coyle for Reggie's behavior, or for inaction, or for "not knowing" is just the next step in the group lynching (no pun intended - or is there?). If somebody shows that the Athletic department was somehow complicit in or had knowledge of Reggie's behavior - beyond rumor - and did nothing, then by all means, off with their heads! But so many are too quick to shoot first and ask questions later. Or never ask them at all.
This team will survive the season, and I will still enjoy watching them play. I hope Eric's recovery is going well. This season isn't done for yet, and there's always another one next year.
Here are some facts that I believe are relevant.
1) this incident happened in April, 2016, prior to the May, 2016 incident for which he was arrested
2.) For whatever reason - shame or #metoo or working up the nerve or whatever - the complaint was not made until "last fall," which from all standards of the english language should refer to sometime Sept-Nov 2017.
3) the EEOC took the complaint and investigated it confidentially since the time it was filed
4) the completed investigation (apparently completed and communicated yesterday) recommended a two-year suspension -- which both the alleged victim and Reggie had the option to accept or appeal.
5) The University's published standard for inappropriate sexual conduct is stricter than the criminal standard - a student must be able to show that his/her partner gave positive consent to any relations that happened, not simply that "nobody said no." The University is entitled to have stricter standards than criminal courts as long as punishment does not impact the legal rights of the student involved.
While the investigation was pending, there was a presumption of innocence on Reggie's part. (Anyone remember that this is still how our country works?) As such, he was entitled to all of the rights and privileges of a U of M student and a Gopher Athlete. With the conclusion of the investigation finding guilt, the University and the Athletic Department can take action even though there will likely be an appeal. This is exactly the right time to suspend Reggie from the team. If the investigation had concluded that no policy violation had occurred and the alleged victim had appealed, it would also be appropriate for Reggie to remain with the team while the appeal is pending.
I'm so tired of people being tried, convicted and hanged in social media and the press without due process. Blaming Pitino and Coyle for Reggie's behavior, or for inaction, or for "not knowing" is just the next step in the group lynching (no pun intended - or is there?). If somebody shows that the Athletic department was somehow complicit in or had knowledge of Reggie's behavior - beyond rumor - and did nothing, then by all means, off with their heads! But so many are too quick to shoot first and ask questions later. Or never ask them at all.
This team will survive the season, and I will still enjoy watching them play. I hope Eric's recovery is going well. This season isn't done for yet, and there's always another one next year.