Recently, Michigan State University (MSU) was in the news for displaying a picture of Adolf Hitler during a pre-game quiz. The quiz was part of a pre-game event for the Spartans’ basketball game against the University of Michigan, and the image of Hitler was used as part of a question about World War II.
The incident sparked outrage among many, including MSU’s own president, Samuel Stanley Jr., who released a statement condemning the use of Hitler’s image. He said, “The use of Hitler’s image in this context is offensive and inappropriate. We are deeply sorry for the pain this has caused.”
The university also launched an investigation into the incident and has since taken steps to ensure that such an incident does not happen again. The university has implemented a new policy that requires all pre-game activities to be reviewed and approved by the athletic department before they can be used.
Unfortunately, the incident overshadowed what should have been a great day for MSU basketball. The Spartans were defeated by No. 2 Michigan, ending their hopes of making the NCAA tournament.
It is important to remember that incidents like this should not be taken lightly. As President Stanley said, “We must remain vigilant in our efforts to ensure that our campus is a place where everyone feels safe and respected.”
It is important to remember that we all have a responsibility to ensure that such incidents do not happen again. We must be aware of our actions and ensure that we are not contributing to a culture of intolerance and hatred.