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Restraining Order Settles Belanger Case, Kathryn Ritchie
Restraining Order Settles Belanger Case, Kathryn Ritchie
Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
The Attorney General's Office reached an agreement late last week with Casey Belanger, the University of Maine student accused of sending threatening e-mail to several folders on the FirstClass computer system. Both Belangers and the judge have signed a "consent judgement," permanently restraining him from harassing anyone of the minority status, according to Assistant Attorney General Stephen Wessler.
Hiv Patient Faces Disease With Hope, Courage, Jason Cunningham
Hiv Patient Faces Disease With Hope, Courage, Jason Cunningham
Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
After becoming infected with HIV a few years ago, Nancy, who prefers not to use her last name, could have given up all hpe and become overwhelmed with self-pity. But she decided to press forward and take advantage of the opportunities life had to offer.
Hate Crimes By Teens Disturbing, Maine Campus
Hate Crimes By Teens Disturbing, Maine Campus
Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
If the stories of hate crimes told at last week's "Bridges of Respect" conference in Ellsworth are any indication, Maine has a long way to go in educating its youths about tolerance and respect for civil rights.
Computer Speech No Different From Others, Ryan Robbins
Computer Speech No Different From Others, Ryan Robbins
Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
Last week's filing of a civil rights lawsuit by the state against University of Maine student Casey Belangers for threatening another student on FirstClass raises concerns for how the First Amendment relates to computer networks.
Belanger Tells Story Behind Firstclass Threats, Kathryn Ritchie, Paul Livingstone
Belanger Tells Story Behind Firstclass Threats, Kathryn Ritchie, Paul Livingstone
Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
The penalties levied by the University of Maine against a student accused of issuing a violent threat on FirstClass [the University's email system] have been set, but an investigation by UMaine's Public Safety continues. Casey Belanger, 19, of Caribou, has been ordered by UMaine to serve 30 hours of community service over two semesters. The university has also suspended his FirstClass account and placed him on "probated suspension." The punishment sought by the state, however, is potentially more severe.
Slurs Bring Civil Suit Against Um Student, Kathryn Ritchie, Paul Livingstone
Slurs Bring Civil Suit Against Um Student, Kathryn Ritchie, Paul Livingstone
Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
The Maine Attorney General's Office filed a civil suit yesterday against a University of Maine student who allegedly used the FirstClass [email] computer system to make threatening statements directed at gays, lesbians and bisexuals. The suit claims Casey Belanger, 19, of Orono, violated the Maine Civil Rights Act... "Bias motivated threats of violence have absolutely no place anywhere in society, including our universities and colleges," Attorney General Andrew Ketterer said.