Five Takeaways From The Crimson’s Investigation Into the Harvard University Police Department
The Crimson’s investigation into the Harvard University Police Department revealed extensive allegations of racism, sexism, favoritism, and retaliation within the force, spanning nearly three decades. Twenty-one current and former HUPD employees reported instances of racism and sexism, including differential discipline based on race, gender, or personal relationships with department leaders, particularly HUPD Chief Francis D. Riley. Officers described numerous racist occurrences and inconsistent disciplinary actions, while female officers reported feeling mistreated, likening their work environment to an abusive relationship. A notable case involved officer Corina F. Maher, who was terminated after sustaining an injury due to a negligent firing incident by a male sergeant, raising concerns about unequal treatment compared to male officers. Despite awareness of these issues, Harvard administrators have been accused of not taking sufficient action to address the problems.| Creator |
Schumer, Ema R.
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The Harvard Crimson
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| Date |
2020-02-01
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Digital
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https://www.thecrimson.com/article/2020/2/1/hupd-investigation-takeaways/
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| Tags | Advocacy, Race, Student Publications |
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| Date Added | July 7, 2024 |
| Date Modifed | January 7, 2025 |
| Collection | Harvard and Gender Discrimination |