University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents leadership issues statement regarding the suspension of student groups at UW-Milwaukee

MADISON, Wis.-University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents President Amy B. Bogost and Vice President Kyle Weatherly today issued this statement regarding the suspension of student groups at UW-Milwaukee:

"The July 19 statement from the uwm4palicoaltion was on its face threatening and reprehensible, and it cannot be tolerated. The communication created fear among students, longstanding campus partners, and the wider campus community. We unequivocally reject any such intimidation and tactics.

"UW-Milwaukee took the appropriate action to exercise its authority by suspending the five associated student groups while an investigation is underway. Our universities have a fundamental responsibility to ensure the safety and security of our students and campus community, and we expect student organizations and their members to do the same."

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