Camarillo, Calif. (February 19, 2021)鈥擳he 绿帽社 is deeply troubled by the behavior seen in a video posted on social media by students on Feb. 18, showing an interaction between a student who is hard-of-hearing and an Oxnard College faculty member. 聽
鈥淭he 绿帽社 is opposed to any language or behavior which is offensive or harmful to anyone based on gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, age or disability,鈥 stated Board Chair Joshua Chancer. 鈥淐omments in the video do not reflect the District鈥檚 values of integrity and honesty in action and word, respect and the constant pursuit of excellence.鈥
鈥淥xnard College is wholeheartedly committed to treating all of our students with the utmost respect. We denounce discriminatory behavior or harassment of any kind and we remain deeply resolved to providing a safe and welcoming learning environment for students of all backgrounds,鈥 commented Oxnard College President Luis Sanchez.
鈥淲e are all concerned regarding the student and faculty member interactions and will take appropriate actions at the conclusion of the investigation. We are committed to supporting the success of our students and will be reaching out to all students in the class to support them in their continued success,鈥 commented Chancellor Greg Gillespie.
District leadership has initiated an investigation and placed the faculty member on an immediate administrative leave. This investigative process could take approximately three months, and the District is committed to being thorough and fair. 聽