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02/20/2026
Mott Community College President Accused of Proselytizing The Board of Trustees met Wednesday to discuss claims that Shaunda Richardson-Snell made inappropriate religious remarks to students and campus visitors. It sparked fierce debate among community members.
We are aware of recent reports that accuse Mott President Shaunda Richardson-Snell of religious proselytization at Mott Community College events. The nonprofit, nonpartisan organization Americans United for Separation of Church and State recently sent a letter to the Mott Board of Trustees and President Richardson-Snell expressing concerns about the allegations. The Mott Board has scheduled a special meeting for February 18th at 5:30 p.m. in the Regional Technical Center Auditorium (RTC), located on the College's main campus to discuss the issue.
MCCEA has previously raised similar concerns about the importance of separating personal beliefs from professional responsibilities. In October 2025, we formally notified Human Resources and the college's general counsel about President Richardson-Snell's expression of personal religious beliefs in her leadership role at official Mott Community College events.
We respect the rights of all individuals to practice their faith and we value diversity, including religious diversity. The MCCEA Faculty Union supports an environment where every member of the college community feels safe and respected.
As a public institution, Mott Community College must maintain an inclusive atmosphere, free from undue influence or pressure related to religious beliefs. Professional standards require that religious conduct in the workplace be kept separate from personal faith.
MCCEA Faculty Union is ready to work with college leadership, the Board of Trustees, and our community to address these issues respectfully and constructively. Our priority is the well-being of our members, our students, and the integrity of our college.
Brian Littleton-MCCEA President
06/14/2025
https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/savingandinvesting/mott-community-college-seeking-third-board-attorney-in-less-than-a-year/ar-AA1GAQwk?ocid=BingNewsVerp
“I believe the board attorney position is redundant and duplicative, and I share the same concerns that Mr. Brickley articulated in his legal memorandum that caused in to withdraw from the position,” FitzGerald said regarding his resignation.
Note: This is the second attorney to resign related to the conflict of issue who are on record stating the conflict of interest is problematic.
Mott Community College seeking third board attorney in less than a year FLINT, MI – Mott Community College is searching for a new full-time Board of Trustees attorney for the second time in less than a year after Sean FitzGerald of Cummings, McClorey, Davis & Acho resigned. FitzGerald was originally brought on to replace William Brickley of Garan, Lucow, Miller, P.C. ...
06/11/2025
‘Chaotic and dysfunctional’: Mott Community College union concerned about state of board Mott Community College is once again searching for legal representation after the board attorney resigned Tuesday night, the second law firm to step away in less than a year.
05/13/2025
Mott Community College board delays decision on president amid controversy FLINT, Mich. — The Mott Community College Board of Trustees adjourned a nearly six-hour meeting without voting on a contract on a new college president.This p
05/09/2025
https://www.wnem.com/2025/05/09/faculty-union-files-lawsuit-against-mott-community-college-board/
Faculty union files lawsuit against Mott Community College Board A lawsuit filed against the Mott Community College Board of Trustees accuses the board of conflict of interest surrounding the college’s hiring of its next president.
05/09/2025
Mott Community College faculty sue over appointment of president The lawsuit questions the legality of appointing Interim President Shaunda Richardson-Snell due to her business relationship with a trustee's daughter.
04/25/2025
Town hall reveals growing opposition to Mott College presidential candidate Two members of the Mott Community College Board of Trustees joined faculty, students and community organizations to voice concerns about transparency and the board's controversial hiring process for its next president.
04/23/2025
Town hall to address pending decision on Mott Community College president search A community town hall meeting to discuss the actions of the Mott Community College ad hoc committee will be held this week.
03/26/2025
Mott Community College unions demand investigation into trustee’s alleged policy violations Mott Community College's unions are asking for an investigation into alleged board policy violations by Trustee Janet Couch.
03/25/2025
Mott Community College Board of Trustees sent formal complaint over a members comments FLINT, Mich.
03/16/2025
Professors Are Not the Enemy. Fascists Are. The ascension of J. D. Vance to the Republican presidential ticket has brought the decades-long battle to define the future of American higher education to a tipping point. With Vance, American Far-Right authoritarians have succeeded in elevating a fascist who vows to “aggressively attack universi...