Two former University of Virginia students have filed Title IX complaints against author and creative writing professor John Casey, alleging incidents of sexual harassment and asserting that he created a hostile environment for female students. The University is investigating the two complaints, both filed earlier this month. University spokesperson Anthony de Bruyn said, “The university takes seriously any report of sexual harassment and is investigating this matter in accordance with its applicable policy and procedures.” 2014 MFA graduate Emma Eisenberg filed her complaint November 11, saying Casey “repeatedly touched” her and other female students in public, and commented inappropriately on […]
