MLK Party at Tarleton State

[PeppyGPhiB]

I'm surprised at some people here who don't seem to understand why this was so offensive. In my mind what truly upset people, besides the stereotypes, was that the party was held on MLK day, the day we honor a true visionary leader who had a major impact on civil and equality rights in this country. And how do they honor him, and all that have worked so hard in the decades since, and his accomplishments? By dressing up as poor/uneducated blacks, gangsta thugs, and Aunt Jemima. It's a complete slap in the face, as if they were rebelling against what MLK stood for. If that's what they were doing, I don't think that's defendable.

[shinerbock]

I think thats what would be offensive, if anything. The stereotype thing is whatever, but the reason that stereotype exists is because to a degree it is true. However, it was their party, so I think taking action against them in any way would be pretty ridiculous.