Debate Over Religious Speech Unfolds at Mott Community College

An internal investigation found no First Amendment violation, but trustees raised a new question about alleged religious literature on campus.

FLINT, Mich. — Mott Community College President Shaunda Richardson-Snell publicly denied allegations of proselytizing this week, saying her comments at a campus event reflected her personal beliefs and were not intended to coerce or convert anyone.

Richardson-Snell addressed the controversy during a Feb. 23 board meeting, days after trustees delayed issu…