I echo the sentiments of Mr. Stephen Pruetts letter (published in the
December 9 issue)
I echo the sentiments of Mr. Stephen Pruetts letter (published in the
December 9 issue). It has become clear to me that the actions of the Louisiana
College board of trustees are directly responsible for the colleges current
academic probation, and for a sense of fear and disruption both on the campus
and among alumni. Whatever their motivation may have been, trustees actions
have seriously damaged this fine school – my alma mater – the pride
of Louisiana Baptists.
I call on the trustees to look in their hearts and see that the best thing
for the school, the students and the ministry of Louisiana Baptists would be
a resignation en masse.
Their actions regarding Dr. Malcolm Yarnell, coming after the first visit of
the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, showed that they simply do
not understand the principles of higher education. Now, the school lies in real
danger of losing its accreditation.
It will take a whole new approach and direction to turn LC around, with leadership
trusted by faculty, staff, students and supporters.
These trustees have lost that trust.
It is time for them to go.
Matthew A. Crump
Carrsville, VA