Illinois college settles lawsuit, pays $80K to conservative Christian student over alleged censorship

An Illinois college settled a lawsuit and agreed to pay $80,000 to a conservative Christian art student who claimed the school censored her speech.
The student said the college issued "no-contact" orders that prevented her from communicating with classmates who complained about her political and religious views.
As part of the settlement, the college agreed to allow First Amendment training for at least three professors.
The college also agreed to revise policies to ensure students with varying political, religious, and ideological views are welcome.
The university maintains it supports free speech while ensuring a non-hostile environment.