A professor at a Christian university claims he was fired for bringing a gay speaker to class

A former professor of Oklahoma Christian University (OC) claims he was fired for bringing a gay guest speaker to his class.

Michael O’Keefe spent 41 years as a graphic design professor at the school before he was terminated. His attorney said OC cited “gross misconduct, conduct contrary to the mission and values of Oklahoma Christian University and disregard of the policies and values of the university.”

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“[He was fired] because he brought in a guest speaker, who was a former alum, to visit with the students about how he overcame a personal challenge,” O’Keefe’s wife, Lori Osley, wrote on Facebook. “However, he was gay. Again, he only spoke about his personal journey, not to promote any type of lifestyle.”

Stephen Eck, chief legal counsel for the university, said the firing occurred after…

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