Message from President Mike Mahon in response to commentary related to Dr. Anthony Hall

This notice is from the archives of The Notice Board. Information contained in this notice was accurate at the time of publication but may no longer be so.

Recently there has been significant public commentary and media coverage regarding the online activities and some of the personal views held by Dr. Anthony Hall. The University has received numerous inquiries and expressions of concern regarding Dr. Hall’s activities, views and teachings in the classroom.  As we are able, we have attempted to respond to those inquiries.

The University recognizes the serious nature of these concerns and can confirm that we are actively engaged with this issue.   As an employer however, the University is bound by privacy obligations and cannot provide specific commentary or details on any human resource action undertaken with regards to any employee of the University.

We can say unequivocally that Dr. Hall does not speak on behalf of the University or its faculty, staff and students.  The University of Lethbridge is an inclusive and welcoming place of research, learning, creative activity and engagement for all members of the community.  As a community we condemn any communication that promotes hatred, discrimination or violence to any individual or group.

Michael J. (Mike) Mahon, Ph.D.
President and Vice-Chancellor
University of Lethbridge


Contact:

President's Office | president@uleth.ca | 403-329-2201