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Faculty Vote on No-Confidence after University President Faces Multi-Million Dollar Judgment for Retaliation

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Faculty and coaching staff at three university campuses in Pennsylvania initiated a pivotal vote on Tuesday, expressing a lack of confidence in Dr. Bashar Hanna, the president of Commonwealth University. This vote, which affects the Bloomsburg, Lock Haven, and Mansfield campuses, underscores the intense scrutiny following a substantial legal judgment last summer. In a nearly $4 million decision, a federal jury concluded that Hanna had wrongfully terminated a dean, Dr. Jeffrey Krug, who had reported sexual harassment and financial misconduct allegations against Hanna. The jury’s verdict has culminated in a broader examination of Hanna’s leadership … Read more

University of Michigan Faces Lawsuit Over Alleged Delay in Faculty Raises, Claims $2.5 Million Yearly Underpayment

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Ann Arbor, MI — The University of Michigan is facing a lawsuit alleging it failed to properly compensate around 3,600 faculty members by delaying their annual raises, leading to a significant underpayment over the years. The legal challenge was recently lodged at the Michigan Court of Claims by UM sociology professor Fatma Müge Göçek, who is represented by Sommers Schwartz PC. The law firm is pressing for a class-action status to benefit faculty across UM’s campuses in Ann Arbor, Flint, and Dearborn. The core of the complaint is tied to the university’s timing in implementing … Read more

Marquette Law Welcomes Becca Donaldson as Full-time Faculty Member Championing Restorative Justice and Human Connection

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Milwaukee, WI — Becca Donaldson, a Milwaukee native with a rich understanding of the local legal landscape, has transitioned to a full-time role at Marquette University Law School. Having previously imparted her expertise as a part-time faculty member, she now serves as the assistant director at the Andrew Center for Restorative Justice and plays an instrumental role alongside Mary Triggiano, the center’s director. This career move aligns with her extensive background as an attorney for Legal Action of Wisconsin, where she tackled issues from gendered violence to human rights. In her new capacity, Donaldson aims … Read more