UIC Sued Over Alleged Retaliation of Professor Who Opposed Race-Based Hiring Policies

The University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) is facing a lawsuit over racial hiring quotas after a former professor claimed he was illegally 'retaliated' against for objecting to its allegedly discriminatory practices, alleging that he was fired from his position in retaliation for speaking out about the university's policies. The professor contends that UIC implemented a policy requiring faculty members to submit their diversity statement to be considered for tenure-track positions, which he felt pressured him into writing something that did not reflect his views. He is seeking damages for wrongful termination and other relief.