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DECEMBER 15, 2000

The leaders of the Indian programs at the University of North Dakota on Thursday presented President Charles Kupchella with a statement calling for him to get rid of the school's "Fighting Sioux" nickname.

The statement noted that Indian students at the school have been subject to discrimination because of the name. The statement also said the use of the name is stereotypical and that tribal governments oppose its use.

Kupchella will issue a decision on the name next semester.

UND's athletics department is holidng a pro-nickname rally at the school on Monday.

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Indian program leaders seek nickname change (The Grand Forks Herald 12/15)
Pro-nickname rally Monday (The Grand Forks Herald 12/15)

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