As a graduate of the University of Virginia and former member of the Greek system, I am troubled by the University's response to the incidents of this past Halloween; specifically the lack of response to the Nov. 22 article in the Washington Post ("2 U-Va. fraternities suspended over photos," Nov. 20). Although the actions of these individuals were foolish, in no way do they warrant the insinuations that the Zeta Psi and Kappa Alpha chapters promote such behavior and that their members are racist. The University has done nothing to stop these irresponsible suggestions of racism.
I commend The Cavalier Daily Managing Board for its editorial on Nov. 21, "The ignorance of a few," stating that "we should be careful not to view the actions of some individuals at this party as representative of the attitudes and beliefs held by any particular group of people." I only hope the University will see the wisdom of such a statement, and protect its students from the ignorance of some.
Robert McGrail
CLAS 2000
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