Verdict in Sexual Discrimination Case Stuns Fresno State University

Fresno State University moved into damage control mode last month after a 12-member jury ruled in favor of its former volleyball coach in her sexual discrimination suit against the university, awarding her $5.85 million in damages.   The jury’s award exceeded the $4.1 million sought by plaintiff Lindy Vivas, who had claimed her contract was not renewed in 2004 because of her outspoken advocacy of gender equity and perceived sexual orientation.   The award also sparked grave concern a