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Virginia AG: Roanoke College Discriminated Against Female Swimmers

8/26/2025

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Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares found Roanoke College violated the Virginia Human Rights Act by denying accommodations to female swimmers.
The female athletes experienced emotional and physical harm and may pursue financial damages.
Roanoke College denied discrimination claims, stating its policy exceeded NCAA guidelines.
The controversy, which began in 2023, highlighted tensions between swimmers and college administration.
Miyares noted biological males have inherent athletic advantages in competitive sports.

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Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares found Roanoke College violated the Virginia Human Rights Act by denying accommodations to female swimmers.
The female athletes experienced emotional and physical harm and may pursue financial damages.
Roanoke College denied discrimination claims, stating its policy exceeded NCAA guidelines.
The controversy, which began in 2023, highlighted tensions between swimmers and college administration.
Miyares noted biological males have inherent athletic advantages in competitive sports.