Purdue Northwest Chancellor Stays Despite Faculty Push For Resignation

The transcript discusses a controversy involving a chancellor at Purdue University who made a racist joke at a graduation ceremony. Faculty and students have called for his resignation, citing a lack of diversity and inclusion in leadership. Despite an apology, the board allowed him to remain in his role. The incident has gained national and international attention, with calls for action against anti-Asian hate. A petition for his removal has gathered significant support, highlighting broader issues of diversity and inclusion at the university.

What was the main reason for the faculty's demand for the chancellor's resignation?

• Lack of leadership skills

• Poor academic performance

• Financial mismanagement

• A racist joke made at a graduation ceremony

What was the board of trustees' response to the chancellor's apology?

• They dismissed him immediately

• They accepted his apology and allowed him to stay

• They ignored the apology

• They suspended him temporarily

What was a major criticism of the chancellor's response to the incident?

• He did not take responsibility for his comments

• He resigned immediately

• He blamed the faculty

• He refused to apologize

How did the incident gain wider attention?

• Through local newspapers only

• It was covered by international media outlets

• It was ignored by the media

• It was discussed in a university meeting

What action did a PNW student take in response to the incident?

• Started a petition for the chancellor's removal

• Organized a protest on campus

• Wrote a letter to the chancellor

• Filed a lawsuit against the university