The University has reassigned Melinda Grier as frustration lingers over Mike Bellotti’s $2.3 million golden parachute.
UO President Richard Lariviere announced that he will not renew the contract of Melinda Grier, the university’s general counsel.
Lariviere has been working to clean house after a slew of improprieties involving the university’s athletic programs, capped by a deal to pay former athletic director $2.3 million.
Bellotti’s lack of a contract and the haggling over his departure payout has cast a shadow on the UO’s reputation, particularly business practices in the athletic department. Those are the focus of two investigations, one by the Oregon University System and secretary of state’s office and another by the attorney general’s office.
Lariviere said he has begun a search for a new general counsel and is working with Attorney General John Kroger to find someone to fill the position until the selection is made. Law school dean Margie Paris will lead the search committee.
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