For anyone interested in giving direct input, the link is below. -- Subject: NCAA is soliciting comments on Native mascots in college sports
From Carol Spindel: The NCAA is looking at this issue seriously. With one fell swoop, they could eliminate Indian team names and mascots at the collegiate level. It is especially important that they hear from Native Americans to counter the Sports Illustrated poll. The NCAA has taken action on symbols before--the Confederate flag--their statement on that said that an NCAA championship site must respect all people. If you have stories of offensive behavior, activities, signs, slogans, cheers or anything like that at the collegiate level associated with Indian-theme teams, please mention it. If you've seen offensive activities on television or at a game, cite that. If you were a student-athlete or know someone who is/was affected by mascots, please state that. Non-Native activists, please write, too, about your concerns about mascots in college sports. They will probably decide next October but will conclude the fact-finding part of the mission May 15. Thank you! The NCAA News did a very good series on the mascot issue last year. Here is the link about the mascot issue study going on now: http://www.ncaa.org/news/2002/20020401/active/3907n02.html Carol Spindel PLEASE FORWARD: The NCAA Minority Opportunities and Interests Committee and the NCAA Executive Committee are in the process of considering the use of Native Americans as sports mascots and symbols at member institutions. Please don't forget to send your letter to the NCAA to Rochelle M. Collins Director of Professional Development NCAA P.O. Box 6222 Indianapolis, Indiana46206 They must be received by May 15, 2002 Or email by May 10 to [EMAIL PROTECTED] -- Andr� Cramblit: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Operations Director Northern California Indian Development Council NCIDC (http://www.ncidc.org) is a non-profit that meets the development needs of American Indians and operates an art gallery featuring the art of California tribes (http://www.americanindianonline.com) Visit and show your support for the Grass Roots Oyate http://members.tripod.com/GrassRootsOyate Clemency for Leonard Peltier. Sign the Petition. http://petitiononline.com/Release/petition.html ==^================================================================ This email was sent to: [email protected] EASY UNSUBSCRIBE click here: http://topica.com/u/?b1ddNB.b2HgmN Or send an email to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] T O P I C A -- Register now to manage your mail! http://www.topica.com/partner/tag02/register ==^================================================================
