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. Despite faculty demands for his resignation, the board of trustees accepted his apology, allowing him to remain in his role. The incident has sparked criticism of the university's leadership diversity and has gained national and international media attention. Faculty and community members are rallying for a no-confidence vote, emphasizing the broader implications of anti-Asian hate. The situation highlights the need for accountability and diversity in leadership roles.

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

• He made a racist joke at a graduation ceremony.

• He did not support the university's sports teams.

• He was involved in financial misconduct.

• He failed to attend important meetings.

How did the university's board of trustees respond to the chancellor's apology?

• They fined him for his comments.

• They suspended him temporarily.

• They accepted the apology and allowed him to stay.

• They dismissed him immediately.

What criticism did the American Association of University Professors have regarding the incident?

• The university had too many international students.

• The faculty was not involved in decision-making.

• The senior leadership team lacked diversity.

• The chancellor's comments were an isolated incident.

What action did a PNW student take in response to the chancellor's comments?

• Wrote an article in the university newspaper.

• Organized a protest on campus.

• Started a petition for his removal.

• Filed a lawsuit against the university.

What did US Congresswoman Grace Meng emphasize in her statement about the incident?

• The requirement for more international collaborations.

• The necessity of increasing faculty salaries.

• The importance of addressing such comments to prevent normalization.

• The need for more funding for universities.