This week, a
Cañada College student posted a video on social media that depicts—in a
callous, mocking way—the brutal murder of George Floyd. The video was not
filmed on the college’s campus, but it has a painful impact on our college
community. It is revolting and does not reflect the values of our
students, staff or faculty.
The behavior
demonstrated in the video will not be tolerated. A team at Cañada College is
investigating and will take all appropriate disciplinary measures regarding
those involved with the video. While it is natural that people will want to
know what specific action the College will take with those involved, we cannot
discuss specific student discipline matters due to the protections under the
Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). However, please be
assured that college and district personnel are moving swiftly and with purpose
to handle this matter justly.
The San Mateo
County Community College District is committed to calling out acts of
intolerance and injustice wherever we see them. We call on all members of the
community to do the same.
