Overview

• 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.