Statement by Dr. Daryl Gross

9/6/2014 4:34:00 PM | General

Statement from Syracuse University Director of Athletics Dr. Daryl Gross:

"We are aware of the offensive comments made last night by a member of the women's soccer team. This type of intolerant and hurtful language, focused on both race and sexual orientation, is not part of the culture we seek to foster among our student-athletes and it has no place at Syracuse University.

"Earlier today, this student-athlete was indefinitely suspended from the team by Coach Phil Wheddon. In addition I have been in contact with Senior Vice President and Dean of Student Affairs Rebecca Reed Kantrowitz. An active investigation is underway by the University's Department of Public Safety and Title IX Office and their findings will be immediately reported to the Office of Students Rights and Responsibilities.

"Syracuse Athletics, as a strong and diverse part of this University community, has zero tolerance for these actions."