Telegraph Herald: U. of Dubuque Settles With Professor Who Sued Over Ban on Public Criticism
The fight is finally over. Nearly two years after the launch of a legal battle between the University of Dubuque and former faculty member Paul Jeffries, a decision has been finalized. University President Jeffrey Bullock released a statement saying Jeffries agreed to the university’s offer of $50,000 and both parties agreed on a legal resolution. The court finalized the matter Tuesday. Jeffries sued the university in fall of 2005, stating he had been unfairly terminated after being granted tenure. The former professor had been appointed to lead the Wendt Charac…[viewing 572 of 2412 characters]