OSU Responds After Reports Of Racist Incidents

Several racially charged incidents have caused the Oklahoma State University to increase police presence around campus.

A man in a silver truck has been yelling racial slurs at students, reports say. OSU confirms these reports.

Oklahoma State University sent the following statement:

“Oklahoma State University is committed to ensuring our campus is a place where everyone feels welcome. The university condemns all forms of racism. This type of behavior is inconsistent with the Cowboy community standards. 

“We encourage any student who has experienced this type of behavior to report it to the OSU Police Department. Students can contact the police department by phone (405-744-6523) or use the Rave Guardian app to chat directly with dispatchers.

“OSUPD has implemented extra patrols and is encouraging anyone — even individuals who simply witnessed an event — to report it.”