Justice Department Finds UMBC Failed to Protect Students from Swim Coach's Abuse

Investigation reveals systemic failures in handling sexual harassment and discrimination, prompting university's commitment to significant reforms.

The US Justice Department found the University of Maryland, Baltimore County failed to protect students from sexual harassment and discrimination by the school's former head swim coach, Chad Cradock.
Investigation reveals Cradock sexually harassed male athletes, discriminated against female athletes, and was involved in covering up evidence of a hidden camera.
University President Valerie Sheares Ashby commits to addressing failures and rebuilding community trust, including enacting remedies like more training and a new reporting structure.
A federal lawsuit against the university on behalf of former student swimmers is ongoing, highlighting systemic issues in handling Title IX violations.
The proposed settlement agreement with the Justice Department requires the university to make significant changes to comply with Title IX, including financial compensation for students.