Hamline University and former professor who showed image of Prophet Muhammad reach settlement in lawsuit

Hamline University and a former art history professor have reached a settlement in a religious discrimination and defamation lawsuit.

Erika López Prater sued the school after it decided not to renew her contract. This decision followed López Prater showing a depiction of the Prophet Muhammad during class, sparking a national debate on academic freedom. Many Muslims see showing the image of the Prophet Muhammad as sacrilegious.

The terms of the settlement are sealed by the court.

Related reporting on the case can be found below:

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