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entertainment2 years ago

Ed O'Neill to Return Honorary Degree to YSU Over Board Appointment

Modern Family star Ed O'Neill has announced that he will return his honorary doctorate to Youngstown State University in protest of the appointment of Congressman Bill Johnson as the new president. O'Neill criticized the hiring of the conservative congressman, who supported overturning the 2020 election result and endorsed Donald Trump for the 2024 election. The actor, who played football for YSU, accused the university's board of trustees of making a political decision and suggested that they should be fired. The appointment of Johnson has sparked alumni backlash, with over 100 people protesting the decision.

via Daily Mail|
#alumni-backlash#bill-johnson#ed-oneill
education2 years ago

Controversial Hiring of Republican Congressman Sparks Backlash and Donor Concerns at Youngstown State University

Youngstown State University is facing backlash from alumni, donors, and other stakeholders after hiring Republican Congressman Bill Johnson as its next president. Actor Ed O'Neill, a YSU alum, called the choice "disgraceful" and plans to return his honorary doctorate. Major donor Bruce Zoldan is calling for the university to rescind the hiring and will stop donating if Johnson remains president. The university's secretive hiring process and concerns about Johnson's qualifications have also sparked criticism. The YSU Foundation has expressed concern and received feedback from donors reluctant to provide ongoing support. The university defended the hiring process, while Johnson emphasized the importance of diverse voices and avoiding ideological bias in education.

via ideastream|
#alumni#bill-johnson#donors
politics2 years ago

Ohio Rep. Bill Johnson Takes on New Role as President of Youngstown State, Leaving Congress Behind

Ohio Representative Bill Johnson, a Republican, has announced his retirement from Congress in order to accept the position of president at Youngstown State University. Johnson, who has served in the U.S. House since 2010, will continue his congressional duties for several more months before assuming his new role in March. The decision was described as difficult, but Johnson expressed his commitment to fulfilling his remaining responsibilities in Congress. The filing deadline for candidates to run in the party primaries for Johnson's seat is December 20, with a special election to be scheduled by Republican Governor Mike DeWine for the remainder of 2024.

via Fox News|
#bill-johnson#congress#ohio
education2 years ago

Controversy Surrounds YSU Trustees' Decision to Appoint Bill Johnson as President

Youngstown State University Trustees faced boos after voting 8-1 to approve Valley Congressman Bill Johnson as the new university president. The decision was met with criticism from students, faculty, and alumni who accused the board of lacking transparency and not allowing their input. Despite the backlash, Johnson promised to lead the university without political bias, create opportunities for students, and maintain a First-Amendment-friendly campus. He will assume his role as president by March 15, 2024.

via WFMJ|
#bill-johnson#controversy#education