1. The Vice-Chancellor Mr Maidment and Head of Political Studies, Professor Robert Chapman have objected to remarks made in parliament by Mr Shand, and asked him to repeat his remarks outside the House. Mr Shand said that the removal of a student (Security Agent David Godfrey) from the university is an act of "cruel suppression" and his career has been ruined because he offended two political science teachers, Professor Chapman and Dr. Ruth Butterworth. Professor Chapman says that Mr Godfrey was barred from attending classes but offered private tuition.
Broadcaster
- New Zealand Broadcasting Corporation
Owning Organisation
- New Zealand Broadcasting Corporation
Episode Description
- 1. The Vice-Chancellor Mr Maidment and Head of Political Studies, Professor Robert Chapman have objected to remarks made in parliament by Mr Shand, and asked him to repeat his remarks outside the House. Mr Shand said that the removal of a student (Security Agent David Godfrey) from the university is an act of "cruel suppression" and his career has been ruined because he offended two political science teachers, Professor Chapman and Dr. Ruth Butterworth. Professor Chapman says that Mr Godfrey was barred from attending classes but offered private tuition.
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- Made for the University of Auckland's educational use as permitted by the Screenrights Licensing Agreement.
Contributors
- Lester Kidd (Interviewer, NZBC)
- Professor Robert Chapman (Interviewee)