It keeps getting worse for Northwestern football.
In a report produced by ArentFox Schiff lawyer Maggie Hickey, credible accusations of hazing were found inside the ‘Cats’ program. While the investigation was unable to identify specific players or coaches who were involved in the hazing, there was widespread knowledge of hazing between players. The investigation concluded that the coaches were unaware of the incidents; however, head coach Pat Fitzgerald has been suspended for two weeks without pay, effective immediately, and other restrictions have been imposed on the program.
“Hazing in any form is unacceptable and goes against our core values at Northwestern, where we strive to make the University a safe and welcoming environment for all of our students,” Northwestern’s President Michael Schill said in a statement.