University of North Carolina Athletics
Chancellors, Cunningham Comment On ACC Decision
September 14, 2016 | General
CHAPEL HILL—University of North Carolina chancellor Carol Folt, North Carolina State chancellor Randy Woodson and UNC athletic director Bubba Cunningham released statements on Wednesday regarding the Atlantic Coast Conference's decision to relocate 2016-17 neutral-site ACC championships from the state of North Carolina.
Chancellors comment on ACC decision:
We appreciate the Council of Presidents' reaffirmation of the ACC's strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, as well as the decision to keep ACC championship contests on our campuses. However, we regret today's decision will negatively affect many North Carolinians, especially in the affected host communities.
UNC-Chapel Hill and NC State remain steadfast in our commitment to welcoming and supporting all people. Our policies protect students, faculty and staff from discrimination, regardless of age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or veteran status. As such, we remain dedicated to providing and promoting equal opportunity and non-discrimination to everyone who participates in athletic events on our campuses.
Chancellor Randy Woodson
Chancellor Carol L. Folt
“Respecting diversity and being an inclusive campus for students, faculty, staff and our guests is paramount at Carolina. The Atlantic Coast Conference shares those aspirations to be fair and welcoming to people of all backgrounds. We have great respect for the NCAA's and ACC's decisions, and are glad that the on-campus championships will remain in place. However, we are disappointed that 10 ACC neutral-site events will be moved out of state because of the negative effects those decisions have on student-athletes, fans and numerous host communities. We are hopeful that these issues are resolved quickly and the championship events are able to return to our state.”
