Nashville Scoop reports: “Dr. Fisk University is once again searching for a new president after severing ties with Kevin Rome, who came under scrutiny this month due to an allegation that he … Dr. Newkirk received his doctorate in history from Howard University and has been a proven leader in higher education for more than 20 years. The president of Fisk University, located in Nashville, Tennessee, was Fayette McKenzie. The university announced Rome’s departure Monday, two weeks after Rome was put on leave due to the pending court matters. NASHVILLE, TN (WSMV) - Fisk University President Dr. Kevin Rome Sr. has been placed on leave after allegations from a local man who said he was drugged and … Nashville–The Board of Trustees of Fisk University has named Dr. Vann Newkirk Sr. as Interim President. Fisk University said in a statement that officials learned of … Dr. Rome stated ‘I’m just as shocked as you, I have no idea who this person is and I can’t even respond to it because I don’t even know who they are’ via telephone on August 10th. He also accuses Rome of drugging him. In the order, the man stated that in June, Rome vandalized his home and wrecked his plumbing, causing sewer damage. … Rome’s Attorney Jay Steed called the accusations against his client ‘false’ and said he ‘categorically denies the allegations.’ Steed added Rome ‘plans to fight the case in court and clear his good name.'”. "Dr. Rome is most concerned for his family, friends and the community at Fisk University for any harm they are experiencing as a result of these spurious charges," attorney Jay Steed said. The Board of Trustees of Fisk University has named Dr. Vann Newkirk Sr. as Interim President. The man, who claims he was in a relationship with the Fisk president, accused Dr. Rome of drugging him and doing damage to his home. These incidents occurred between 2015 and 2016. The … There is No Corona!’ — WATCH, James Corden’s Gay ‘Prom’ Portrayal Panned as ‘Gross and Offensive … One of the Worst Film Performances of the 21st Century’, ‘Destiny 2’ Guardians Saint and Osiris are Gay and in Love, Game Designer Reveals, GOP Senator Roy Blunt Refuses to Call Biden ‘President-Elect’ — WATCH, Laverne Cox Says She and Friend Were Targeted in Transphobic Attack: WATCH, Nurse Goes Viral on Social Media After Boasting About Breaking COVID Rules: WATCH. Dr. Kevin Rome Sr., the president of Fisk University in Nashville, has been placed on leave after a man filed a restraining order against him. The president of Fisk University in Nashville, Tennessee has just been placed under a restraining order after claims of harassing an alleged ex-lover.. Dr. Kevin Rome, Sr. is being accused of harassing the man to the point he longer felt safe, News 4 reports. A week later, he said “Rob” showed up at his house, “somehow got past security” and dosed him with GHB, then invited other men over to have sex in his bed. He said he met “Rob” on Grindr in May 2020 and they spent the night together. Fisk University President Dr. Kevin Rome has been placed on leave, according to a statement released by the university Tuesday. NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Fisk University placed President Kevin Rome on leave Monday after learning a judge granted a temporary order of protection that an acquaintance sought against him. Officials at Fisk University in Nashville, TN released a statement revealing they learned of the shocking allegations made against their university's president on Monday. Allegations against Fisk President. One of those men confronted him in early August with a message from “Rob” saying he should “stay away from his people” and threatened to kill him if he continued to date black men. Fisk University says it has ended its relationship with its president two weeks after placing him on leave over allegations in a temporary order of protection that an acquaintance sought against him. ... Fairview’s mayor accused of shoplifting Video. Fisk University President Kevin Rome has been placed on leave after court documents show a restraining order was filed against him. “The University thanks Dr. Rome for his service as president of Fisk and wishes the very best to him and his family.” Rome did not respond to voicemail or email requesting comment. In the restraining order, the alleged victim says he met Rome (who he knew as “Rob”) on Grindr, and Rome drugged him with GHB and threatened him. Those people then stole his possessions, according to the alleged victim’s restraining order. President Rome stated that the accusations are false. Dr. Kevin Rome Sr. brought a fresh energy when he stepped on the campus of Fisk University back in 2017. He is married to Stefanie Rome and they have two children. The university said it could not comment on the specifics of the incident. An anonymous man in Nashville, Tennessee, has filed and been granted a restraining order against President of Fisk University Dr. Kevin Rome, Sr. The petitioner has previously accused a man of sexually assaulting him on three separate occasions at a Brentwood YMCA facility by groping his genitals in the men’s locker room. Dr. Kevin Rome Sr., the president of Fisk University in Nashville, has been placed on leave after a man filed a restraining order against him. President of Fisk University Dr. Kevin Rome, Sr. (Source:Fisk University) "A restraining order has been placed on the President of Fisk University Dr. Kevin Rome, Sr. after a person he used to date told police he did not feel safe around him," reports WSMV, News 4 Nashville. His presence there shined a positive light and brought attention to the school around Nashville and nationally. Kevin D. Rome, Sr. became 16th President of Fisk University in Nashville, Tennessee on July 1st, 2017. Fisk University President Dr. Kevin Rome Sr. is being put on blast with some serious allegations and its already affecting his career. August 12, 2020 Juney June Community, Uncategorized Comments Off on Fisk University President – Dr. Kevin Rome – Issues Statement Against Allegations. “Monday, Aug. 10, Fisk University learned that allegations unrelated to our school had been made against University President … These incidents occurred between 2015 and 2016. Metro Nashville Police Department spokeswoman Kris Mumford said the department had no open investigations regarding Rome. NASHVILLE, TN (WSMV) – Fisk University President Dr. Kevin Rome Sr. has been placed on leave after allegations from a local man who said he was drugged and threatened by the university official. News4 Nashville reports: “Fisk University said in a statement that officials learned of the allegations unrelated to the school on Monday. According to the restraining order, the man told the alleged victim that he and “Rob” had broken into the alleged victim’s apartment and were responsible for homophobic graffiti and a sewage flooding incident that had occurred since the May meeting. Dr. Kevin D. Rome, Sr. Provost Dr. Vann Newkirk will assume duties of the president effective immediately, according to a statement from the school. Dr. Newkirk received his doctorate in history from Howard University and has been a proven leader in higher education for more than 20 years. "As this is a personal matter not connected to the school, we cannot comment on the specifics," Fisk University said in part of a statement. An attorney representing Rome said in a statement that the allegations are false and that Rome plans to fight the accusations. Grindr: Fisk President accused of drugging man after gay hook-up; Placed on leave from university A Nashville magistrate signed an order of protection against Fisk University President Dr. Kevin Rome, Sr. after a man claimed he met Rome via the gay dating app Grindr and testified Rome had drugged him, threatened to kill him and destroyed his apartment. The accusations against Dr. Kevin Rome are false. According to the unidentified man, he and Rome spent the night together after meeting on the dating app Grindr. Fisk University issued a statement late Tuesday afternoon. NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — Fisk University has announced that Dr. Kevin Rome has departed the university after a temporary order of protection had … Dr. Newkirk served as Provost for three years at Elizabeth City State University before joining the Fisk team as Provost in 2018. AD Fisk University President Kevin Rome has been placed on leave after court documents show a restraining order was filed against him. NASHVILLE, TN (WSMV) - Fisk University President Dr. Kevin Rome Sr. has been placed on leave after allegations from a local man who said he was drugged and threatened by the university official. Fisk University placed President Kevin Rome on leave Monday after learning a judge granted a temporary order of protection that an acquaintance sought against him. Pages in category "Presidents of Fisk University" The following 12 pages are in this category, out of 12 total. He had discontinued the schools magazine and newspaper, canceled the baseball team and cut the football team's budget, and outlawed most extracurricular activities. A man claims he met Dr. Rome on the gay dating app Grindr and testified Rome had drugged … McKenzie was accused of exercising a dictatorial rule on campus. A Nashville magistrate signed an order of protection against Fisk University President Dr. Kevin Rome, ... “The petitioner has previously accused a man of sexually assaulting him on three separate occasions at a Brentwood YMCA facility by groping his genitals in the men’s locker room. He categorically denies the allegations, and he plans to fight the case in court and clear his good name. It wasn't clear if a court date has been set. According to the restraining order, the alleged victim said he is “in fear for [his] safety. Reporter Natalie Neysa Alund contributed. 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The president of Fisk University in Nashville, Tennessee has just been placed under a restraining order after claims of harassing an alleged ex-lover. Kevin D. Rome Sr., president of Fisk University in Nashville, Tennessee, was placed on leave after a man filed a restraining order against him. On … The university … Dr. Kevin Rome, Sr. is being accused of harassing the man to the point he longer felt safe, News 4 reports. A man filed a temporary order of protection in Davidson County General Sessions Court against Rome that stated Rome had threatened to harm him. This list may not reflect recent changes (). Provost Vann Newkirk, who has been with Fisk since 2018, is taking over the duties as president. Fisk University said in a statement that officials learned of … Reach Brinley Hineman at bhineman@tennessean.com and on Twitter @brinleyhineman. Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. The university confirmed Tuesday evening that Rome was placed on leave Monday. "He expresses his deepest thanks to all those who have reached out to him over the past few days expressing their support.". Fisk University is once again searching for a new president after severing ties with Kevin Rome, who came under scrutiny this month due to an allegation that he threatened a man. The President of Fisk University, Dr. Kevin Rome, Sr. is facing new allegations after a local man says he was drugged and threatened by the university official. The alleged victim said in the restraining order said that the entire incident stems from the fact that the man he was dating at the time was “Rob’s” ex. Rome will be on leave until "the matter is resolved," the university said. “Fisk University has ended its relationship with Dr. Kevin D. Rome, Sr.,” the university said in a statement. The temporary protective order filed Friday, signed by a magistrate judge, forbids Rome to have contact with the man. 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