Resolved to unity

Student Council approved the following resolution Sept. 18:

• Whereas, the events of Sept. 11, 2001 are a truly international tragedy that has affected all individuals in the University community and world-wide in profound ways;

• Whereas, the actions of terrorists do not represent the† opinions of entire ethnic and religious groups to which such individuals may belong;

• Whereas, lack of knowledge spawns unfounded prejudices;

• Whereas, the University of Virginia is a community based on the ideals of honor and trust, not fear and suspicion;

• Therefore be it resolved, that we, as the Student Council of the University of Virginia, pledge ourselves to fostering unity, maintaining a safe community, and opposing ignorance at U.Va., in the United States, and world-wide; and be it further

• Resolved, that we call for all members of the University community to unite in acceptance and support of each other as we face the causes and effects of this tragedy together.”