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Serving the campus of the University of Alabama since 1894

The Crimson White

Serving the campus of the University of Alabama since 1894

The Crimson White

Jamison retires for ‘personal reasons’

Nearly two months after allegations of racial discrimination during this year’s formal recruitment, University of Alabama System employee Emily Jamison has retired from her position as director for University, president’s and chancellor’s events.

“Emily retired from UA last month for personal reasons,” Chris Bryant, assistant director of media relations and research communications director, said Thursday.

In an article published by The Crimson White on Sept. 11 titled “Final Barrier,” an active member of Chi Omega sorority, who wished to remain anonymous, said the chapter dropped a black potential new member because of Jamison, who served as a rush advisor for Chi Omega.

In the article, Jamison responded to the allegations of discrimination with a statement to The Crimson White:

“As a private membership organization, Chi Omega’s membership selection process is confidential; however, our criteria for membership is simple, we seek women who reflect our values and purposes. Our recruitment processes and procedures were followed, and while I cannot take away the disappointment a potential new member or chapter member may feel, I can share that all women were treated fairly and consistently in our process.”

Bryant said he could not provide a specific date of Jamison’s leave.

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