Yogi Bear said:
LACalFan said:
Wilcox doesn't seem like the type of person to brush this kind of thing off. I'd be shocked if he didn't take it to the appropriate people.
We don't know these people as well as we imagine we do. Let's not pretend that we do.
Dear Friend of Cal Athletics -
I
am writing to you regarding a recent Facebook post that presents a series of
serious and disturbing allegations regarding the conduct of individuals
associated with our football program. Let me be absolutely clear: we will lend our full moral and operational
support to the campus inquiry into these allegations. We will support the
imposition of appropriate consequences as required by the outcome of that
inquiry. We believe in a culture that fosters dignity and respect. The alleged
actions run completely counter to the core values of Cal Athletics and our
University.
WhenI, Coach Wilcox and my leadership team first became aware of these allegations,we immediately, as per policy, referred the matter to the campus Office
for the Prevention of Harassment and Discrimination (OPHD), which is responsible for investigating allegations of discrimination andharassment, including sexual harassment and sexual violence. We encourage anyone needing confidential supportor other campus resources to contact the campus' PATH
to Care Center.These allegations are surfacing in the midst of a
concerted and ongoing effort across our department that began several years ago
to educate and engage our staff and student-athletes about preventing and
respondi ng to sexual harassment and violence. Through
formal training sessions for coaches, staff and student-athletes, we have been
clear and consistent about our refusal to tolerate this most egregious form of
misconduct. If necessary, we will do more.
I
have been in close communication with Coach Wilcox, and I know he shares these
values, principles and commitments.
As
the person entrusted with well-being of more than 1,000 student-athletes,
coaches and staff, I have no greater responsibility at this moment in time than
ensuring we do the right things in the right way. We will be as transparent as
possible every step of the way. You have my word on it.
Go Bears,