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OU Graduate Assistant Removed Amid Discrimination Investigation

12/4/2025

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A graduate assistant at the University of Oklahoma was removed amid a discrimination investigation filed by student Samantha Fulnecky.
Fulnecky failed an essay in a psychology course taught by Mel Curth, a transgender instructor.
Curth argued Fulnecky's stance on gender lacked empirical support.
Megan Waldron supported Curth's grading decision, emphasizing respectful discourse.
No outcomes have been announced as the university investigates religious discrimination claims against the graduate assistant.

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A graduate assistant at the University of Oklahoma was removed amid a discrimination investigation filed by student Samantha Fulnecky.
Fulnecky failed an essay in a psychology course taught by Mel Curth, a transgender instructor.
Curth argued Fulnecky's stance on gender lacked empirical support.
Megan Waldron supported Curth's grading decision, emphasizing respectful discourse.
No outcomes have been announced as the university investigates religious discrimination claims against the graduate assistant.