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(01-15-2015 12:18 PM)UAB Band Dad Wrote:  How many head coaches have had statements of confidence in them just before they got fired?

We'll see how long they attempt to stick with this, and if he's still here when SACS hits campus all hell is going to break loose. Possibly sooner.

exactly. theres no way they say anything other than support at this point. they have to support him until they official don't

These statements aren't shocking in the least bit. No need to overreact to them.

I think the reaction is due to the fact that they said anything, not the side they were backing.

Witt and the BOT are a complete disgrace and hope that when the dirty laundry is all finally aired that they all spend many years in prison.

(01-15-2015 12:04 PM)BlazerGold09 Wrote:  How does one go about separating from the BOT?

See State Rep. Jack Williams or John Rogers, both are preparing bills to introduce at the next state legislative session to make this into law.

(01-15-2015 12:14 PM)ndjs22 Wrote:  Here is what Kyle Whitmire just posted in the comment section of his latest article about the No Confidence vote:

Quote:Members of the media: below are statements by Trustee Karen Brooks and UA System Chancellor Robert Witt in response to today's Faculty Senate vote and earlier votes by students and alumni. Best regards, Kellee

STATEMENT BY KAREN BROOKS, PRESIDENT PRO TEM OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES
We are very fortunate to have a leader of Ray Watts' caliber and personal integrity as president of UAB. On behalf of the Board of Trustees, I want express to Dr. Watts our full support and our appreciation for his hard work and continued leadership. These last several weeks have been an enormously difficult time for everyone who loves UAB -- regardless of anyone's individual opinion about some of the hard decisions Dr. Watts has made. There is no doubt that UAB is deeply loved by the students, faculty, staff, alumni and the Birmingham community. That passion has captured the attention of our state and the nation. In all the headlines and on the chat boards, I believe two very important facts have been overlooked.

Number one, President Watts is leading the university during a time of historic challenge for higher education throughout the United States. He is working tirelessly to set and reset priorities and invest wisely in academic programs, classrooms, dorms, and laboratories that a 21st century university must have to be competitive.

Second, the Board of Trustees is extremely proud of UAB's tremendous accomplishments and fully supports the university's role and mission. The $100 million in new student facilities under construction on campus today is among dozens of major projects that have been reviewed and approved by the Board as a result of the university's recommendations, along with new academic programs, faculty chairs, scholarships and capital improvements. UAB's best days are in front of us.

Everyone wave at Ms. Brooks

(01-15-2015 01:42 PM)Blazer85 Wrote:  Witt and the BOT are a complete disgrace and hope that when the dirty laundry is all finally aired that they all spend many years in prison.

This!