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Buddhist Decision Reversed, John Donnelly
Buddhist Decision Reversed, John Donnelly
Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
Michelle Earltinez learned Thursday that she has won her battle. After a year of arguing her case, the 23-year-old, two-year animal medical technology major will be allowed to keep her laboratory animals alive, according to a letter from UMO President Howard R. Neville.
Buddhist Ruling Due Thursday, The Maine Campus
Buddhist Ruling Due Thursday, The Maine Campus
Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
UMO President Howard R. Neville said Monday that a decision will be announced Thursday on whether a 23-year-old animal technology major can keep her laboratory animals alive.
Neville Begins Review Of Buddhist's Complaint, John Donnelly
Neville Begins Review Of Buddhist's Complaint, John Donnelly
Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
The case of a UMO student who refuses to take a required course because it violates her religious and moral principals was scheduled this morning by President Howard R. Neville.
Official Calls Reason 'Hogwash', John Donnelly
Official Calls Reason 'Hogwash', John Donnelly
Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
An HEW official said Thursday it's "hogwash" that federal guidelines prohibit a UMO student from taking care of her own animals required for a course.
More Flexibility Needed, The Maine Campus
More Flexibility Needed, The Maine Campus
Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
When a student voices a legitimate concern sparked by humane and admirable beliefs, school officials might be expected to listen. But the University has turned a deaf ear to a medical technology student who, because of her Zen Buddhist background, refuses to take part in the "needless sacrifice" of laboratory animals.
Student Threatens Suit Against Umo, Sherry Walsch, John Donnelly
Student Threatens Suit Against Umo, Sherry Walsch, John Donnelly
Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
A 23-year-old UMO student is threatening to file suit against the University because of a course requirement she believes violates her religious principles. Michele Earltinez, a Zen Buddhist and a two-year animal medical technology major, said that the course, laboratory animal care, "needlessly sacrifices" animals after they're used in experiments.