Illiniwek Outrage

He was retired in 2007.

But, the (stupid) controversy lives on........

Opponents of the University of Illinois’ old mascot say they’re upset that merchandise featuring Chief Illiniwek is available online after the school made the logo available to a licensing company.

Assistant Athletic Director Marty Kaufmann said the licensing program allows people “to remember that history and memory but not have it on campus or have it where it’s overly accessible to our students or to the local community.” He also said the sales protect the school’s trademark.

Full story:

http://www.stltoday.com/news/local/education/opponents-upset-chief-illiniwek-merchandise-available-online/article_356e8453-4eef-53c4-9c2e-e82e02789a86.html

Seems like such a trivial issue, especially with as much care, concern, and respect that the U of I treated the mighty Chief.

Out for now.......

Matt