I served as university counsel at the University of Virginia from 2018 through 2022. During that time, it was my job to defend the university from unfounded allegations and investigations.

University of Virginia president James Ryan announced his resignation Friday amid pressure by the US Department of Justice for the university to dismantle its diversity, equity and inclusion programs.

University of Virginia president resigns under US government pressure James Ryan, the university’s president, stepped down amid Trump administration scrutiny over campus diversity initiatives.