ALL FACULTY, STAFF AND STUDENTS AT UC SAN DIEGO

SUBJECT:

Statement regarding Campus Graffiti

The following statement was issued on Monday, April 11, 2016. Because we have learned it has not reached all of the campus community, it is being distributed now to all of UC San Diego.

A series of incidents occurring on college and university campuses across the United States have reflected our nation’s current divisive political climate. Unfortunately, late Friday evening graffiti promoting the deportation of undocumented immigrants and the construction of a wall on the border of Mexico was discovered chalked on UC San Diego’s campus sidewalks. This graffiti runs counter to our campus values of equity and inclusion. We value diversity and respect for all cultures.

UC San Diego is steadfast in the commitment to our Principles of Community (http://ucsd.edu/explore/about/principles.html) which reflect a collective dedication to a campus where we uphold each individual’s right to dignity, justice and respect. We affirm the Principles of Community as the guide for all campus citizens as we move forward to foster the best working and learning environment.

Pradeep K. Khosla Chancellor Suresh Subramani Executive Vice Chancellor David Brenner Vice Chancellor for Health Sciences Margaret Leinen Vice Chancellor for Marine Sciences Sandra Brown Vice Chancellor for Research Becky Petitt Vice Chancellor for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Juan Gonzalez Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs Gary Matthews Vice Chancellor for Resource Management and Planning Pierre Ouillet Vice Chancellor and Chief Financial Officer