Suspended University Of Vermont Student Sues School, Alleges Bias

MONTPELIER, VT — A University of Vermont student is suing the school, which suspended him this fall over allegations he groped a female student at an off-campus party. The student denied the groping allegation and said the school's disciplinary system is faulty and discriminates against men.

The case is a textbook example of a failed system of campus sexual assault enforcement highlighted by U.S. Education Secretary Betsy Devos, the lawsuit said. The suit was filed this month.

In September, the Trump administration did away with Obama-era guidance on investigating campus sexual assault by allowing universities to require higher standards of evidence when handling complaints.

The lawsuit said the accused student was denied due process. The university said it's confident it acted appropriately.

By LISA RATHKE, Associated Press

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