PROVIDENCE, R.I. – The Latest on a student protest over racism allegations at a Rhode Island college (all times local):
10:30 p.m.
Students protesting over allegations of campus racism at a Catholic college in Rhode Island say they've gotten the college's president to sign an agreement promising to create a more inclusive environment.
About 50 Providence College students had occupied the Rev. Brian Shanley's office in their protest. They say after 13 hours Shanley signed an agreement of commitment Tuesday night.
The primarily black students say Shanley has committed to issuing a comprehensive plan to address their concerns. They say he promises to help name members of a campus diversity committee and to meet with faculty members to discuss curriculum reform.
College Associate Vice President Steven Maurano hasn't responded to a phone call seeking comment.
About 100 Providence College students in November called on Shanley to address racism on campus. The college's Class of 2019 has about 1,000 students; 16 percent are black, Hispanic, Asian or Native American.
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5:35 p.m.
Students at a Catholic college in Rhode Island are occupying the president's office over allegations of campus racism.
About 50 Providence College students sat in the Rev. Brian Shanley's office Tuesday and plan to stay until he signs an agreement of commitment.
The Providence Journal reports (http://bit.ly/1LsmjDY) Shanley refused to sign the agreement and offered to meet with students Wednesday.
The primarily black students say Shanley hasn't responded to a list of demands they presented in December.
Associate Vice President Steven Maurano says Shanley can't sign the agreement because some of the demands, such as curriculum changes, require a discussion with faculty.
About 100 Providence College students in November called on Shanley to address racism on campus.
The college's Class of 2019 has about 1,030 students; 16 percent are black, Hispanic, Asian or Native American.
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