The resolution has been officially set aside and the name of the building will remain. This outcome reflects the persistent efforts of those who took the time to engage with this history. We should continue to encourage open dialogue about how our campus honors the figures of our past.
October 1, 2016
Final supporters
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November 28, 2012
The conversation surrounding this building name has proven much deeper and more complex than I initially anticipated. I have been spending my time reviewing the various historical perspectives offered in the comments section to better understand the range of viewpoints on our campus. This deliberation is a vital part of our process as we seek to determine the most responsible path forward regarding the resolution.
November 29, 2006
Reaching one hundred signatures is a meaningful milestone that confirms this conversation is necessary for our campus community. I appreciate everyone who took the time to engage with these historical questions alongside me. This initial support provides a solid foundation as we continue to advocate for a deeper look at our university history.
Reached 100 supporters
November 27, 2006
54 Comments
To take General Nathan Bedford Forrest's name off the ROTC Bldg. is so wrong and then to teach his military tactics in military institutes. Leave his name on the bldg.
As a present member of the MTSU Foundation Board I have noted a drastic drop in contributions for the first few months of the year following this controversy which several have expressed disappointment in the proposed name change and will withhold future contributions if it is changed.
I am black and don't think the ROTC Building should be renamed for Brigadier General Nathan Bedford Forrest was a great general who deserves his rightful place in history.
My great, great, great grandfather fought and died for the Union and never lived to see his first child. I was MTSU during the 60's when this first came up. What next, get rid of 'Blue Raider'? What do you think that stands for? Study the history of Forrest. He was a great solder, but could and did change with the times and tried to lift up the former slaves. Jack Spence - Class of 1970
Why change the name off of Forrest Hall? No one thinks, "Oh who is this building named after?" For me I just thought, "Oh it's just the name of the building." Don't try and force our bittersweet history out of the schools. Everyone needs to know our history so we aren't doomed to repeat it.
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The resolution has been officially set aside and the name of the building will remain. This outcome reflects the persistent efforts of those who took the time to engage with this history. We should continue to encourage open dialogue about how our campus honors the figures of our past.
October 1, 2016
Final supporters
Updates
November 28, 2012
The conversation surrounding this building name has proven much deeper and more complex than I initially anticipated. I have been spending my time reviewing the various historical perspectives offered in the comments section to better understand the range of viewpoints on our campus. This deliberation is a vital part of our process as we seek to determine the most responsible path forward regarding the resolution.
November 29, 2006
Reaching one hundred signatures is a meaningful milestone that confirms this conversation is necessary for our campus community. I appreciate everyone who took the time to engage with these historical questions alongside me. This initial support provides a solid foundation as we continue to advocate for a deeper look at our university history.
Reached 100 supporters
November 27, 2006
54 Comments
Nathan Bedford Forrest. A Tennessee patriot, a Tennessee hero and among the very first in the fight to permanently disband the KKK.
To take General Nathan Bedford Forrest's name off the ROTC Bldg. is so wrong and then to teach his military tactics in military institutes. Leave his name on the bldg.
As a present member of the MTSU Foundation Board I have noted a drastic drop in contributions for the first few months of the year following this controversy which several have expressed disappointment in the proposed name change and will withhold future contributions if it is changed.
I am black and don't think the ROTC Building should be renamed for Brigadier General Nathan Bedford Forrest was a great general who deserves his rightful place in history.
My great, great, great grandfather fought and died for the Union and never lived to see his first child. I was MTSU during the 60's when this first came up. What next, get rid of 'Blue Raider'? What do you think that stands for? Study the history of Forrest. He was a great solder, but could and did change with the times and tried to lift up the former slaves. Jack Spence - Class of 1970
Why change the name off of Forrest Hall? No one thinks, "Oh who is this building named after?" For me I just thought, "Oh it's just the name of the building." Don't try and force our bittersweet history out of the schools. Everyone needs to know our history so we aren't doomed to repeat it.
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Nathan Bedford Forrest. A Tennessee patriot, a Tennessee hero and among the very first in the fight to permanently disband the KKK.