Editor,
In his Symposium Plato states, “it is indicative of the tyrannical nature of imperial rule that it condemns love as well as philosophy and sport.”
With his sudden and dictatorial decision to cut UNM’s most successful sports program, Athletic Director Paul Krebs proves Plato right. The disrespect hurled against generations of dedicated young men and women displays an utter disregard and total lack of understanding for the exemplary mission of athleticism. This mission has been perfected over the years by UNM’s outstanding ski team.
The selfless ambition that drives the disciplined student-athlete to highest excellence deserves admiration, not contempt.