Kaler warns hockey fans: Ruckus bystanders may be held accountable
Following last night's Dinkytown hockey mayhem, University of Minnesota President Eric Kaler is sending this warning to students ahead of Saturday's championship match against Union College:
Let me be clear: Just being present and watching a riot is, in itself, a violation of the Student Conduct Code. Bystanders are equally at risk of being held accountable. If you are present following the game, and it seems like things may be getting out of hand, it’s best for you and your friends to leave. In this era of social media, no one is anonymous.
The full email is below:
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