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University Of Oklahoma Places Professor On Leave After Student Cries 'Religious Discrimination' For Bad Grade On Essay

The University of Oklahoma placed a psychology professor on administrative leave amid a grade dispute tied to a student essay on gender.
Samantha Fulnecky received a zero after writing an essay about what the Bible says about traditional gender roles without citing sources.
The university said it started a grade appeals process to ensure Fulnecky would suffer no academic harm before reviewing possible discrimination claims.
Supporters linked the case to broader debates over cancel culture and religious freedoms in classrooms.
Fulnecky and allies argued the case reflects religious persecution claims, sparking conservative media involvement.
University officials emphasized that First Amendment concerns do not apply to a non-government entity's grading decisions.
The university said a full-time instructor would lead the course while the grade review proceeds.
The incident drew coverage from right-leaning outlets and online commentators criticizing perceived bias in academia.
The case centers on whether a professor can grade a student’s work based on adherence to empirical sources versus personal belief.
The university stated it would review Fulnecky's claim of illegal discrimination, amid broader debate over academic standards and religious expression.

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