Pro-abortion professor withdraws controversial appointment at Catholic university

The radical pro-abortion Professor Susan Ostermann has turned down a controversial appointment that sparked protests all around the United States, by students and pro-life activists alike. Professor Osterman was originally appointed as head of the Liu Institute for Asia and Asian Studies at the Catholic Notre Dame University in South Bend, Indiana, but the backlash from many quarters has led to her rejecting the position.

From LifeNews

Radical pro-abortion Professor Susan Ostermann has declined the controversial appointment that has generated protests nationwide.

Ostermann has decided not to move forward as director of the Liu Institute for Asia and Asian Studies at the University of Notre Dame, Keough School Dean Mary Gallagher announced in an email.

The decision came after mounting criticism for Ostermann’s abortion advocacy.

In a statement, Ostermann said: “At present, the focus on my appointment risks overshadowing the vital work the Institute performs, which should be allowed to continue without undue distraction.”

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