Former U-W Madison Vice Chancellor Paul Barrows, who was forced to resign after he was accused of sexual harassment has settled his legal claims with the university.
A settlement made public today says Paul Barrows will receive 135-thousand dollars in return for dropping several legal claims.
UW-System spokesperson David Giroux told 27 News system attornies recommended the settlement to Board of Regent members as in the best interest of everyone involved.
In 2005, 27 News revealed that during Barrows’ eight month leave from absence from his $190,000 university position, he became a finalist for a similar post at the University of Texas. Much of Barrows’ absence was supported by sick leave.