Butler administration canceled an event featuring activist Angela Davis without the input of students who planned the event for four months. Now, they’re demanding for the event to be reinstated and an apology be issued to Davis.
Butler University to provide COVID-19 vaccine to students on campus
In collaboration with the Indiana Department of Health, Butler has been selected to host a two-dose vaccine distribution site on campus for Indiana and out-of-state students, as well as international students. The Pfizer vaccine will be distributed to students between April 7–9 and May 4–6.
Irvington House residents put under quarantine mandate due to COVID-19
The first-year residential hall has been put under a mandatory lockdown as the result of a burst of positive tests. Students will receive tests beginning at 9 a.m. on Feb. 20.
Behind Butler’s decision to remove all breaks for the spring semester
Butler faculty and staff reconstruct the spring semester academic calendar to minimize the number of times students leave campus.
Butler University announces that in-person classes will resume
University officials said the decision was made in consultation with health experts. Students will resume in-person learning on Sept. 7.
Jordan Tucker to leave Butler, remain in NBA Draft
Butler junior forward Jordan Tucker announced on Twitter on May 22 that he will forgo his final year at Butler and remain in the 2020 NBA Draft.
Remainder of Big East men’s basketball tournament, NCAA Tournament canceled over coronavirus concerns
The Big East conference announced on March 12 that the remainder of its conference tournament has been canceled due to concerns over the coronavirus pandemic.
Butler baseball head coach Dave Schrage taking medical leave of absence
Assistant coach Ben Norton will serve as acting head coach in Schrage’s absence.