The week of Sept. 21, hundreds of fliers calling for the University of Idaho to fire Vandal Football head coach Paul Petrino filled campus.
An anonymous person made the flyers. They contained Petrino”s coaching record as well as references to the instances regarding the football team – Petrino being accused of harassing members of the media and the shoplifting incident at the VandalStore – since the year began.
Katelyn Hilsenbeck
The same week, The Argonaut learned a staff member was involved in the distribution of the flyers.
As soon as we learned of the involvement, we followed our standard staff disciplinary procedure.
As a student newspaper, we recognize our staff may participate in other on-campus activities. These are opportunities that can enrich a college experience and are welcome.
We also know personal biases are present within us all.
We strive to prevent any conflicts of interest or biases before they occur. When we learn of a bias or conflict of interest, we assign a different staff member to cover the subject matter.
It is our responsibility to provide the UI community with fair and accurate reporting. Our goal is to accomplish that responsibility in every facet and on every subject matter.
The Argonaut takes its responsibility to the community and as a media organization seriously.
We endeavor to operate in a professional manner and keep the values of journalism at the core of our every day operations.
Katelyn Hilsenbeck is the Argonaut editor-in-chief and can be reached at [email protected]