Charles:  I agree with you.  I'm interested in your opinion regarding "forgiveness" in this incident.  I don't feel Ms Shurtz had malicious intent.  As I read her C.V., she seems a very decent person.  Posts from former students support this as well.  I've also read her comments and her apology.  You're an African American and you, not me, have been directly insulted my her actions.  How do you feel about forgiveness for Ms Shurtz's actions?  Thanks, Gary