The following message was sent to all Boise State students, faculty and staff.
Dear Boise State Community,
In light of recent distressing events and the rise in anti-semitism, racism, harassment and discrimination taking place across our nation, we feel called to address these deeply concerning issues with our campus community.
We unequivocally condemn and will not tolerate any form of anti-semitism, racism, harassment or discrimination.
The University is committed to maintaining a working and learning environment that is free from discrimination or harassment, in which all members of the University community are treated with dignity and respect. The University investigates allegations of discrimination or harassment in accordance with Policy 1060.
We hold all members of our campus community – students, faculty, staff, vendors, industry partners – to these same standards.
We were made aware of an incident that took place at a recent ESI event in which a member of their leadership team performed a Nazi salute during the presentation. We were also made aware of the public statement in response.
We have spoken with senior leadership at ESI about this matter. We expect ESI to hold true to the commitments they have made in the statement addressing this concerning incident.
If you see or experience any forms of anti-semitism, racism, harassment or discrimination on campus, please report the incident to Compliance and Ethics at (208) 426-1258. Visit boisestate.edu/report-concerns for additional information on how to report a concern.
We stand firm in rejecting hate in all forms; we condemn violence and harassment; and we strive to create and foster a community that treats everyone with dignity and respect.
Dr. Marlene Tromp, President
Boise State University
Argia Beristain, Interim CEO
Boise State University Foundation
Jim Martin, Executive Chair
Boise State University Foundation