All Entries in the "Discrimination" Category
New UNESCO Initiative Seeks to Increase Educational Opportunities for Women
A major new initiative to boost women’s education worldwide was launched at UNESCO headquarters in Paris. The Global Partnership for Girls’ and Women’s Education will aim to increase educational opportunities for women across the globe, but particularly in areas where the majority of women do not receive adequate education.
Western Washington University Settles a Sexual Harassment Lawsuit
Woman claimed she was fired for complaining about sexist and racist comments in the workplace.
Sexual Discrimination Lawsuit Filed Against the University of Louisville
Three women, including Melanie Peterson, an associate professor, have filed a sexual discrimination lawsuit against the University of Louisville and its dental school.
Two Women Win Lawsuit Against Virginia Tech
A federal jury in Roanoke has decided that Virginia Tech discriminated against two women who worked in the university’s development office.
Yale Takes Steps to Strengthen Sexual Misconduct Grievance Procedures
In response to news that that the U.S. Department of Education had launched an investigation into sexual harassment grievance procedures at Yale University, provost Peter Salovey announced the formation of a new University-Wide Committee on Sexual Misconduct.
Arkansas Baptist Settles Discrimination-Based Suit
Arkansas Baptist College, a historically black educational institution in Little Rock, has agreed to a $20,000 settlement of a retaliation lawsuit brought by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.
