"Northwestern Hazing Fallout Sparks Debate Over Rebuilding Ryan Field"
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Chicago Tribune
Calls to reassess the athletic culture at Northwestern University and temporarily halt the proposed $800 million rebuild of Ryan Field have emerged in the wake of the football hazing scandal and the firing of head coach Pat Fitzgerald. Concerns have been raised about whether the university needs a new football stadium or a thorough housecleaning of its athletic program. Faculty members, community groups, and students have called for a pause on the stadium project, citing a culture problem within Northwestern athletics. The university's response to the hazing scandal and the firing of Fitzgerald have been criticized, and there are concerns about potential legal repercussions and the impact on donor relations.