The student government Athletic Department Finance Committee and the Student Senate tonight will discuss “unclassy fan behavior” at University sporting events. The meeting will be held at 5 p.m. in 116 Esslinger.
Students may attend and give feedback on last week’s ADFC proposal that the Student Senate punish “major and egregious” offenses at sporting events by revoking student ticket privileges. The Senate will also consider other punishments and courses of action at the meeting.
All enrolled students currently pay $191 in incidental fees per term, per student, to pay for tickets to football and men’s basketball games, as well as other services, such as bus services from Lane Transit District and use of the Student Recreation Center.
Last week Senators met to discuss the issue and could not agree on a course of action. Several Senators said they consider revoking tickets a harsh punishment for pre-paid privileges. Others argued that certain offenses, such as fights and throwing bottles, go against expectations outlined in the Student Code of Conduct. Senators are holding tonight’s meeting because they could not agree on a recommendation last week, and they are seeking student input.
The Senate will continue the debate today before submitting an official recommendation to University President Dave Frohnmayer.
– Nicholas Wilbur