Friday, May 19, 2000
Students accuse OSU of racism
By
The Associated Press
COLUMBUS — A group of Ohio State University students says it blocked traffic on campus to bring attention to the failure of the school to deal with racial problems.
About 75 protesters walked in a continuous square, blocking an intersection on campus for more than 15 minutes Wednesday.
They also wanted to bring attention to what they perceive as racism in the university's dealings with the striking Communication Workers of America local.
Officials at Ohio State say race isn't a factor in the negotiations and note that only 54 percent of the union members are black.
“In no way, shape or form is Ohio State using any type of racial or racist principle in its negotiations with the union,” Dave Ferguson, associate vice president for University Relations, said Thursday.
During Wednesday's protest, officers arrested Andre Banks, 21, a senior political-science major from Cincinnati.
Mr. Banks was charged with disorderly conduct.
“It seemed like racial profiling,” said R.J. Maccani, Mr. Banks' roommate.
Not so, said OSU Officer John Petry.
“He was told to stay on the curb,” Officer Petry said. “He was arrested for failure to comply with an officer's order.”
Mr. Banks was released on his own recognizance.
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