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The determination from the school's
investigation was that Tucker sexually harassed Tracy prior to a
video call in which he masturbated. Tracy said the sexual
attention was unwanted, but Tucker maintains that the two were
involved in a romantic relationship.
The final verdict from the report, according to USA Today: "In
sum, considering all available evidence, the Resolution Officer
finds, by a preponderance of the evidence, that there is
sufficient evidence to conclude that Respondent subjected
Claimant to unwelcome conduct based on sex when he FaceTime
video called Claimant without a shirt on; when he attempted to
meet up with Claimant alone following the Spring Game; and when
he non-consensually masturbated and used graphic, sexual
language on a phone call with Claimant."
Tracy told USA Today regarding the school's findings, "My first
reaction was tears of relief." She added that the reporting
procedures were "a nightmare to navigate."
Michigan State suspended Tucker on Sept. 10 after news of the
investigation into sexual harassment was leaked. He was given
notice on Sept. 18 that he would be fired with cause, then had
his contract terminated on Sept. 27 for leaving the university
"subject to public disrespect and ridicule," according to the
school.
Tucker subsequently announced that he was filing a wrongful
termination lawsuit against the university.
Tucker can appeal the Wednesday ruling within the next 10 days.
--Field Level Media
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