Jones & Trustees: Assessment 3

Resolution of the Rutgers University Board of Trustees PDF version (1.5MB)

Please read the Document below and answer the three questions following the reading.

Assessment 3

1. The Board of Trustees determined the fates of Professors Finley and Helmlich using 5 main pieces of evidence. Were all pieces of evidence supporting or opposing the professors? Explain.
2. Upon reading #3 under the list of evidence, do you believe an individual's rights should supercede his/her obligation to an institution? Explain.
3. Why did the Board of Trustees support the dismissal of the professors?