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University owes researchers under fire
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In regards to the September 27, Arbiter article, “Retraction spurs battle for academic freedom”, it is apparent that the University of Denver has some explaining to do and that Boise State University has an inherent responsibility to take action.
The burden of proof is clearly on the University of Denver, for they published the article and have yet to substantiate their claim that the article was not consistent with their editorial standards.
It seems reasonable to assume that the University of Denver is at this time without an argument. Their 87 word statement on retracting the article contained claims, but no backing tied to those claims.
If the arguments of Wines, Buchanan, and Smith were so faulty, then why have they not been addressed in the traditional process of debate in the academic community?
It must be noted that Wines and Buchanan are full professors, with extensive publication resumes dwarfing that of most professors.
On a personal perspective, Bill Wines is one of the best professors I have ever had the pleasure of taking a class from. He has had a profound influence on how I function in my job as the ASBSU President and I would call him the closest person I have to being a mentor.
As Senator for the College of Business and Economics two years ago, I sat on committees that Wines was a member of. His opinion and reasoning were respected and adhered to by the other faculty members on the committee. He put in extra time on the committee, which to me indicates that he has a commitment to the development and progress of the college.
We owe Professors Wines and Buchanan our support simply because they have given us their best.
Furthermore, an attack upon the academic integrity and quality of our scholars is an attack upon the academic integrity and quality of our university. It demeans our professors scholarship and cast dispersions on the quality of professors working at BSU.
As a student and member of the BSU community, I am concerned for our reputation and the welfare of our scholars.
It is my contention that BSU has a fundamental responsibility in defending the reputation of Wines and Buchanan by administering any financial and legal resources necessary for them to sue the University of Denver and punish them for their lack of academic integrity.