We suspect that the fires (in the Meadows) were caused by firecrackers. Fireworks are illegal on campus for this very reason. We certainly don't want to torch the Meadows.
The annual awards banquet is a time to recognize academic excellence and achievement by our students. It is also a time for the community to gather and recognize alumni and staff who have made outstanding contributions to the college.
We don't want any fires in the Meadows. What we want are for the kids to use the judgment in their brains.
It's a level-three violation, which means it could lead to expulsion.