Shaw University Statement Regarding Band Director

Shaw University has suspended band director Charles Brown with pay while
administrators investigate behavior alleged to be inconsistent with the University's
policies and principles. An interim director will be named shortly.
Administrators emphasized that Browns current suspension is unrelated to the
recent reallocation of band scholarships and is strictly a personnel matter.
Additionally, the suspension will not affect financial aid awards previously given to
student band members. The paid suspension is not a punishment or disciplinary
action, but a standard process necessary for a thorough and reliable investigation of
the allegations.
These are only allegations, but due to the seriousness of the accusations, the
University is obligated to investigate and takes matters of this nature seriously.

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About Shaw University
Shaw University was founded in 1865 and is the first historically black university in the South.
This year, Shaw University is celebrating its 150th (sesquicentennial) Anniversary. Shaw is a
private, co-educational liberal arts university that awards degrees at both the undergraduate
and graduate levels. The primary mission of the University is to advance knowledge, facilitate
student learning and achievement, to enhance the spiritual and ethical values of its students, and
to transform a diverse community of learners into future global leaders. Learn more
at www.shawu.edu.