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Statement By NCAA Senior Vice-President For Governance And Membership Bernard Franklin On Central Michigan University And University Of Utah Reviews
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For Immediate Release
Friday, September 2, 2005
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Bob Williams
Managing Director of Public and Media Relations
317/917-6117
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"The NCAA staff review committee has removed Central Michigan University and the University of Utah from the list of colleges and universities subject to restrictions on the use of Native American mascots, names and imagery at NCAA championships.
"The NCAA Executive Committee continues to believe the stereotyping of Native Americans is wrong. In its review of the particular circumstances regarding Central Michigan University and the University of Utah, the NCAA staff review committee noted the relationship between the universities and the Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe of Michigan and the Northern Ute Indian Tribe, respectively, as a significant factor. The NCAA recognizes the many different points of view on this matter, particularly within the Native American community. The decision of a namesake sovereign tribe, regarding when and how its name and imagery can be used, must be respected even when others may not agree.
"The NCAA position on the use of Native American mascots, names and imagery has not changed, and the NCAA remains committed to ensuring an atmosphere of respect and sensitivity for all who participate in and attend our championships. Requests for reviews from other institutions will be handled on a case-by-case basis."
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