Marquette University Resolution Prohibiting Native American References and Imagery in Athletics Nickname WHEREAS, Marquette University is committed to the dignity of all human beings and to the principle that all people should be afforded basic respect; and WHEREAS, Marquette University strives to uphold these principles in all of its activities, including its athletic program and any manifestation of its identity to people both inside and outside of Marquette University; and WHEREAS, Marquette University seeks to maintain and honor these principles in its selection of an athletics logo, nickname, and mascot; and WHEREAS, Marquette University feels that in its athletics program, Native American logos, nicknames, and mascots are offensive, disrespectful and demeaning to Native American people;  NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED as follows: 1. Marquette University shall consistently prohibit the use of Native American references and imagery in its athletics logo, nickname, and mascot and shall consistently strive to avoid the use of images that diminish, limit, stereotype, or are offensive to the character, history and culture of any ethnic heritage. 2. Marquette University shall strive to educate its students, alumni and fans as to the objectionable nature of such references and imagery. DULY ADOPTED, by the Board of Trustees, as of this 22nd day of September, 2004.   If you are a member of the media, please contact a member of Marquette University's Communications Team directly with your questions. All other inquiries and questions about Marquette University's athletics nickname decision should be directed to the Office of Public Affairs at (414) 288-7491 or submitted through our contact form.