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Purdue University Chancellor Thomas Keon reprimanded over Asian joke
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Purdue University's Board of Trustees have formally reprimanded Chancellor Thomas Keon over his impression of a fake, "Asian-sounding" language at a commencement event.
The university’s statement released Thursday called Keon’s action an "offhand attempt at humor" that was "extremely offensive and insensitive." The statement said while the "offensive remark does not reflect a pattern of behavior or a system of beliefs held by Dr. Keon, the Board has made clear to him that a repeat incident of a similar nature would provide grounds for further Board action, including possible dismissal."
Faculty senate Chairman Thomas Roach said 87% of faculty members who responded to a poll this week voted no-confidence in Keon and questioned why Purdue officials were supporting him.
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