Lombardi Placed on Leave
Michael Lombardi, the general manager of UNC football, has been placed on paid administrative leave amid an HR complaint.
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Michael Lombardi placed on leave due to HR complaint
NotableMichael Lombardi, the general manager of UNC football, has been placed on paid administrative leave following a human resources complaint filed by a former front office employee. This development has raised concerns about the future of the football program and Lombardi's role within it. The situation is still unfolding, with an internal investigation initiated by the university.
“Michael Lombardi is under investigation. Per the athletic, it follows a human resources complaint lodged by a former front office employee.”
Confirms Lombardi is under investigation following an HR complaint.
“Michael Lombardi stays on paid administrative leave following what ESPN's Pete Thammel reports is a human resources complaint filed by a former UNC football staffer who says they were improperly dismissed.”
Details the HR complaint filed by a former staffer.
“UNC Football General Manager Michael Lombardi is on paid administrative leave as the university investigates a human resources complaint filed by a former staffer.”
Reiterates the HR complaint filed by a former staff member.
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