Recording Academy Fires Ousted CEO Deborah Dugan

The Academy's board of trustees decided to place CEO Dugan on administrative leave after investigations into misconduct allegations. Dugan later sued the Academy, claiming discrimination and harassment. Despite entering settlement talks, the Academy decided not to settle, and Dugan was fired. She expressed no surprise, citing the Academy's history with whistleblowers.

What prompted the Academy's board of trustees to make a decision regarding Dugan?

• A public protest

• A media report

• Two independent investigations

• A letter from the CEO

Why was Dugan placed on administrative leave?

• Due to a financial scandal

• Following a complaint by a female employee

• Because of a health issue

• For missing a board meeting

What did Dugan claim in her lawsuit against the Academy?

• She was unfairly dismissed

• She was denied a promotion

• She was discriminated against and harassed

• She was underpaid

What was the outcome of the settlement talks between the Academy and Dugan?

• The talks were inconclusive

• They reached a settlement

• Dugan withdrew from the talks

• The Academy decided against a settlement

How did Dugan react to the news of her firing?

• She was indifferent

• She was not surprised

• She was relieved

• She was surprised