Gettysburg College Swimmers Suspended After Racial Slur Incident, Homecoming Canceled

Sep 22, 2024, 05:45 PM

At least two students at Gettysburg College in Pennsylvania have been suspended from the swim team following allegations that a racial slur was scratched onto another student's body. The incident reportedly involved a student using a plastic or ceramic tool to carve the slur onto the victim's chest. The college's administration is investigating the incident, which has prompted significant concern and outrage within the community. The family of the victim has spoken out about the incident, expressing their distress and calling for accountability. The school's superintendent has also commented on the incident, describing the photo as showing a 'very inappropriate racial slur.' Additionally, the school canceled its homecoming event in response to the incident.