DeAndre Hopkins and Deshaun Watson called on Clemson University to remove a college named after former Vice President John C. Calhoun because of his ties to slavery. CLEMSON'S DABO SWINNEY DEFENDS RACIAL SLUR INCIDENT, EXPLAINS 'FOOTBALL MATTERS' SHIRTCalhoun Honors College at Clemson University encourages students to attend study abroad programs and perform undergraduate research. “I am joining the voices of the students and faculty who have restarted this petition to rename the Calhoun Honors College. I urge all Clemson students, football players, and alumni to join us, so the next generation of young Black leaders can be proud of the institution they graduate from. “Clemson University should not honor slave owner John C. Calhoun in any way,” Watson tweeted.

Source: Fox News June 09, 2020 02:37 UTC