Former Dean of Valparaiso University's Business College Faces Misdemeanor Battery Charges
February 22, 2025 - 13:42
The former dean of Valparaiso University's College of Business has been charged with misdemeanor battery, leading to his departure from the university. Niclas Erhardt, 51, from Portage, was charged on February 18 with a Class B misdemeanor count of battery. His defense attorney claims that the charges are connected to Erhardt's role as a whistleblower regarding alleged financial misconduct within the university.
According to the attorney, Erhardt's actions in bringing the university's financial issues to light have resulted in retaliation against him, culminating in the battery charge. The specifics of the incident that led to the charge have not been disclosed, but the situation has raised concerns about the treatment of individuals who speak out against potential wrongdoing in academic institutions.
As the case unfolds, it has sparked discussions about the importance of protecting whistleblowers and the potential consequences they may face for their actions. The university has yet to release an official statement regarding the matter.
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