Dr Antoinette 'Bonnie' Candia-Bailey

HBCU President Faces Backlash After VP's Tragic Passing

Controversy surrounds the sudden death of a university VP and the calls for the president to step down. Find out more!

In a shocking turn of events, the HBCU community was shaken by the tragic passing of Dr. Antoinette 'Bonnie' Candia-Bailey, the Vice President for Student Affairs at Lincoln University. Her death, reported as suicide, has sparked a wave of demands for the university's president, Dr. John Moseley, to step down. The unfolding drama began with emails surfacing from Candia-Bailey, exposing alleged mistreatment by the administration before her untimely demise. As the controversy unfolds, students, alumni, and officials are embroiled in a heated debate over the university's leadership.

Amidst the turmoil, Dr. Moseley found himself on paid administrative leave following mounting pressure from the university community. Calls for his removal intensified after Candia-Bailey's tragic death, with accusations of bullying and misconduct surfacing. The unexpected turn of events has left Lincoln University reeling, grappling with the loss of a beloved member of the leadership team. The campus mourns the loss of Candia-Bailey and demands accountability and transparency from the institution in the wake of this heartbreaking incident.

The situation at Lincoln University highlights the mental health challenges faced by university staff and the critical importance of a supportive and inclusive work environment. Candia-Bailey's emails alleging mistreatment shed light on the struggles that can go unnoticed behind the scenes of educational institutions. As the HBCU community grieves the loss of a remarkable leader, the call for justice and reform in higher education institutions grows louder.