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Notre Dame hire of abortion advocate to lead center causes staff to cut ties with university

  • Two scholars, Diane Desierto and Robert Gimello, resigned from the University of Notre Dame's Liu Institute due to the appointment of Susan Ostermann, who supports legal abortion, as its new director starting in July 2026.
  • Anna Kelley, president of Notre Dame Right to Life, criticized the university for appointing Ostermann, stating it contradicts the school's Catholic mission.
  • Ostermann defended her appointment, asserting her commitment to academic freedom and respect for diverse viewpoints, despite her views on abortion.
  • Gimello expressed his dismay over Ostermann's appointment, which he believes conflicts with Catholic values.
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