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Colleges and schools are unique organizations with diverse populations in students, faculty, alumni and the general public. How might the use of the American Indian name and mascot affect individuals from these groups of customers and constituents? What should be done to effectively address disputes that will arise when a decision is made to use or to discontinue use of a particular mascot?
QUES.) How might the use of the American Indian name and mascot affect individuals from these groups of customers and constituents?
By using the American Indian name and mascot will have negative affect on individuals in a different ways such as:
a) It can lead to negative relations between groups as it is a form of discrimination against American Indian nations.
b)it represents sterotype images of American Indians.
c) It also undermines the ability of American Indians to portray accurate and respectful images of their cultures and beliefs.
What should be done to effectively address disputes that will arise when a decision is made to use or to discontinue use of a particular mascot?
There must be stringent laws which will allow the use or to discontinue use of a particular mascot. It must be noted that these laws must be applicable at all levels in the society especially at the college or school levels