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Indiana State University denounces student’s racist TikTok about Beyoncé

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After a student’s racist TikTok video about Beyoncé and her new album went viral, the school released a message denouncing it. “Racism, hate speech, and discrimination of any kind is deplorable and in direct contradiction of Indiana State’s mission, vision and values,” University President Deborah Curtis said in a statement Thursday. “The student’s comments in the video in no way represent the ideals and goals of Indiana State University. Students on campus held a protest Monday over the administration’s response. They demanded repercussions for her behavior, a statement denouncing the video, a zero-tolerance policy regarding hate speech and amendments to the university’s Code of Conduct, the Indy Star reported.

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The Hill

Indiana State University denounces student’s racist TikTok about Beyoncé

“I’m sorry, but if you’re Black, you’re not country,” The student said in a TikTok video recirculating online. “I don’t care.”

19 days ago·Washington, United States

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Newsweek

Indiana State University condemns "racist video" about Beyoncé

"Racism, hate speech, and discrimination of any kind is deplorable," the university's president said in a statement.

20 days ago·United States

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Indy Star

An ISU nursing student posted a racist video about Beyoncé. Here's what happened next.

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20 days ago·Indianapolis, United States

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Terre Haute Tribune-Star

ISU student's social media video critical of Blacks in country music draws protest

A social media video post by an Indiana State University student critical of Black individuals performing country music is drawing scathing criticism from campus and beyond.

19 days ago·Terre Haute, United States

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