Controversy Surrounds Morris Brown President's Reinstatement: HBCU Community Demands Accountability
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Posted By: Will Moss on January 27, 2026 In a dramatic turn of events, the leadership saga at Morris Brown College has taken a troubling new twist. Kevin James, the recently reinstated president of the historically Black institution, is now facing a slew of serious allegations, including claims of sexual harassment, abuse, intimidation, and threats. New Allegations Emerge After Reinstatement Just over a week after being fired, James has been reinstated as the president of Morris Brown College. However, Channel 2 Action News reports that it has obtained multiple internal documents containing these concerning allegations from at least four Morris Brown staff members. The college has not publicly released the details of these grievances, and James himself has not responded to the media's requests for comment since his initial termination. Key Takeaway: The serious nature of these allegations, including claims of managerial intimidation, misuse of authority, and a hostile work environment, have raised significant concerns within the HBCU community about the leadership and governance at Morris Brown College.
Former Board Member Raises Alarm Jeffery Miller, a former Morris Brown trustee who voted to hire James seven years ago, has expressed deep concerns about the situation and its impact on the institution. "It's going to make the board look incompetent, and that's never good at any institution," Miller said. While he acknowledged James' earlier successes, Miller believes the circumstances have changed and that "it's time to move forward" from the current president. "I think this person's time is up at Morris Brown and it's time to move forward," - Jeffery Miller, former Morris Brown trustee Morris Brown Responds Amid Ongoing Scrutiny After initially firing James over the grievances, the Board of Trustees at Morris Brown has now reversed course and reinstated him. In a statement obtained by Channel 2, the board acknowledged the damage caused by the situation and pledged to address the broader workplace culture concerns, in addition to correcting governance failures. Despite the ongoing controversy, the board highlighted James' accomplishments, including restoring accreditation and stabilizing the college financially. However, observers across the HBCU landscape remain deeply concerned about the leadership instability and governance credibility at Morris Brown. Originally reported by HBCU Gameday. If you enjoyed this article, Join HBCU CONNECT today for similar content and opportunities via email! |
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Will Moss
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