Statement from Iowa Board of Regents President Sherry Bates on Social Media Posts

The Board of Regents is aware of social media posts made by employees and students following the violent and tragic death of Charlie Kirk. This should not be celebrated.

These posts and others like them are offensive,  insensitive, and in no way reflect the views of the Board of Regents or its universities. The comments are inconsistent with the Board’s values to create a civil and respectful environment at our public universities.