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Gettysburg College Student Allegedly Carves Racial Slur on Teammate, No Longer Enrolled

Incident occurred during an informal gathering, leading to suspensions and an ongoing investigation.

  • A Gettysburg College swimmer allegedly used a box cutter to carve a racial slur on a teammate's chest during an on-campus social gathering.
  • The incident was first reported by upper-class students from the swim team, prompting an immediate investigation by the college.
  • Both the alleged perpetrator and the victim have been suspended from swim team activities pending the investigation's outcome.
  • The student accused of the act is no longer enrolled at the college, though it is unclear if they were expelled or left voluntarily.
  • The victim's family has filed complaints with the NAACP and the Pennsylvania Commission on Human Relations, citing racial discrimination and lack of due process.
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