Statement from SUNY Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher on the NCAA Announcement Regarding Binghamton University

“We are pleased that the NCAA has completed its investigation following up on that undertaken by Judge Judith Kaye on behalf of SUNY and Binghamton. This action brings the matter to a conclusion and the campus and its student athletes can now move forward.

“The SUNY investigation of the Binghamton basketball program found that a number of employees

engaged in inappropriate conduct, particularly as it relates to mentoring our student athletes. Many of these issues go far beyond the NCAA's role and responsibilities.

“Thus, we are gratified that thanks to the strong leadership of President Peter Magrath, steps have been taken to address the academic issues brought to light by the investigation in a comprehensive manner.”

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