UVic environmental psychology professor dismissed after sexual harassment allegations

The University of Victoria has dismissed high-profile environmental psychology professor Robert Gifford following two separate allegations of sexual harassment, CBC reports. The dismissal—which occurred in June 2024—was only recently revealed through a Labour Relations Board challenge filed by Gifford. CBC reports that the allegations stem from comments made to two students in 2018 and 2021. UVic declined to comment on the allegations, but noted that “[w]hat we can share is that UVic is committed to providing an inclusive and respectful environment in which to work, learn and teach.”