By: Paula

Paula
Fri, 15 Aug 2014 04:51:09 +0000

I agree with Fred. Waters was found to be untruthful to investigators on more than one occasion - and he did have 2 years to put a stop to this "sexualized culture." I mean, come on - just tell the band students to knock it off while on "band time" or YOU'RE OUT - be a hard ass - plain and simple. That's how coaches do it! I'm an alum (not a band member), and I read the entire report and was thoroughly disgusted with what's been going on with the band while on UNIVERSITY time. These students get credit hours for band and are essentially IN CLASS when performing on the practice field, at home games, or on away trips. I'm ashamed of the embarrassment they've caused Ohio State. Those sexualized nicknames are inexcusable - and I don't care if some of the female members SAID they "didn't mind it" either - that is NOT the point because allowing this to happen is still seen as sexual harassment and a violation of Title IX. Wise up, ladies, and don't allow yourself to be known for your "Jugs," "Sugar Bush," "Jewoobs," etc. (All this is in the report - and while you're at it, also stop doing simulated lap dances and faking orgasm for the "entertainment" of immature male band members who obviously REALLY need to go out and get REAL girlfriends instead of getting their jollies off by watching you girls do forced "Flying 69's" on the bus.) Disgusted yet, readers? This immature crap going on on bus trips alone was middle school level ridiculousness - not befitting college students at all. Seriously, TBDBITL? It's time for a new leadership in the band, and I, for one, am glad Pres. Drake acted swiftly, and I commend Archie Griffin for recognizing the need, too. Enough is enough.