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Tuesday, October 2, 2012

Clark Atlanta University Lifts its Suspension of the “Mighty Marching Panthers” Band

Clark Atlanta University releases its official statement.

Clark Atlanta University authorities have lifted the suspension of the CAU Marching Band today, October 2nd, 2012.  According to an official statement, no evidence was found that the group of students were involved with hazing or any other illegal activity. If you recall our earlier article, the band was put on suspension because of an accusation of hazing, and the Clark authorities wanted to investigate the claims in full.  Now the investigation is closed and the Mighty Marching Panthers will be back on the field immediately. The following is the Clark Atlanta statement in full: ATLANTA (Oct. 2) – After conducting a self-­‐imposed, aggressive and thorough investigation, which began August 30 in response to an allegation regarding the …

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Mays High School Band fills in for Clark Atlanta Band due to Possible Hazing at CAU

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Marc Richardson

5:06 pm on Tuesday, October 2, 2012

The CAU Marching Band is back, and just in time for Homecoming!   more ›

Wednesday, September 5, 2012

Mays High School Band fills in for Clark Atlanta Band due to Possible Hazing at CAU

Clark Atlanta University's band has been suspended due to allegations of hazing.

Over the weekend at Clark Atlanta's opening football game, the sounds from the marching band were heard as normal, but this time it was the Mays High School Band playing the instruments not Clark Atlanta students. The marching band of CAU was placed on a temporary suspension as the school investigates claims of hazing.  Just a year after the high profile hazing incident at FAMU, where one of SW Dekalb's former students was killed after an incident of hazing, schools around the country are very sensitive to the allegations. According to WSB-TV, the Mays band jumped at the opportunity to play at the college game and were pleased to have the opportunity. Details about CAU's investigation have not been made public, but in statements Clark …

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