Harvard University and three graduate students have settled a federal lawsuit accusing the Ivy League school of ignoring complaints of sexual harassment by a renowned professor and allowing him to intimidate students by threatening to hinder their careers.

The suit filed in Boston in 2022 was dismissed without court costs and with prejudice, according to an order by federal Magistrate Judge Judith Dein dated Thursday, meaning the students can’t re-litigate the claims.

The professor was not named as a defendant, and his lawyers said he "categorically denies ever harassing or retaliating against any student"{ai:summary}<p>Harvard University has quietly tucked away a federal lawsuit involving a well-known professor accused of sexual harassment. The settlement means three graduate students can't pursue their claims any further, a somber end to a troubling chapter.  </p><p>In the shadows of academia, justice takes a backseat, leaving students to navigate the murky waters of intimidation and career threats. #society</p>

Harvard, graduate students settle lawsuit over sexual harassment claims against professor

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