Fr. James T. Burtchaell
Notre Dame professor and former head of Theology Department. Resigned tenured position and position as Provost in 1991 after allegations by male students that he subjected them to sexual advances while counseling them. At least one allegation was received in 1991 and another was received “considerably before 1991.” Living as of 2003 in a Holy Cross priests’ residence in Phoenix, without privileges. Died 4/10/15.
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