March 24th 2024.
After facing accusations of bullying an administrator who later died by suicide, the president of Lincoln University, a historically Black institution in Missouri, has been reinstated following an independent investigation.
The inquiry was launched after the tragic death of Antoinette Bonnie Candia-Bailey, a Lincoln University administrator, on January 8th. The Guardian reports that the investigation found no substantial evidence of bullying by President John Moseley, who had been placed on paid leave during the investigation. This news sent shockwaves throughout the campus, as everyone was still grieving the loss of their colleague.
In response to the investigation's findings, the university's curators released an open letter addressing the school community. Victor Pasley, the board of curators president, stated that while the report marked the beginning of a process, it was not the end. He also expressed that the board had full confidence in President Moseley's ability to lead the university. However, the tragedy had forced them to confront important issues such as mental health support and employee work relationships.
In a vote of 7-1, the curators decided to reinstate Moseley as president. In a statement, Moseley expressed his gratitude for the board's support during this difficult time.
Following Candia-Bailey's death, a social media campaign with the hashtag #FireMoseley emerged, calling for Moseley's removal from his position. Many critics questioned his fitness to lead a historically Black institution as a white man and accused him of mistreating the distressed employee.
Candia-Bailey's friend, Monica Graham, claimed that the former administrator took her own life after being fired from her role as vice president of student affairs. In an email, Candia-Bailey described Moseley's harassment and alluded to him calling her an "angry Black woman."
Despite being cleared of the bullying allegations, the curators acknowledged that working under Moseley's leadership had been tense for some employees. They have pledged to work with the president to address these issues and have also created a committee to improve wellness programs for employees and students.
In related news, the older sister of a student charged with the fatal stabbing of a Lincoln University student inside a dorm has spoken out about the tragic incident. This further highlights the need for improved mental health support and wellness programs within the university community.
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