Gettysburg swimmer suspended for racist insult

At least two students have been suspended from the Gettysburg College swim team after it was revealed that a racial slur was carved into another student's body. The names of those involved have not been released because the college is investigating the incident.

In a statement from Chief Communications and Marketing Officer Jamie Yates, the college confirmed the suspensions and called the incident “deeply concerning.” According to the statement, the insult was carved with a plastic or ceramic tool and the matter will be handled as part of the student conduct process.

While the investigation is ongoing, students are not participating in swim team activities. Further details were not disclosed, with the college citing privacy laws and the ongoing nature of the investigation.