Jenny Wright Statement q4q5i

STANLEY & KURTZ, PLLC 422 S. Gay Street, Suite 301 Knoxville, TN 37902 Dan Channing Stanley Robert R. Kurtz

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JENNY WRIGHT'S STATEMENT REGARDING THE UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE INVESTIGATION After more than one year, the University of Tennessee has finally concluded its investigation into allegations that Jenny Wright retaliated against student athletes or otherwise had inappropriate with student athletes. The University of Tennessee hired experienced outside private counsel to conduct this investigation. After dozens of witness interviews and 13 months of investigation, the findings of the Report confirm that the allegations against Ms. Wright have absolutely no basis in fact. Ms. Wright is relieved that the University finally concluded this exhaustive investigation into the baseless allegations against her. Ms. Wright has consistently maintained that she never engaged in any type of inappropriate conduct with or against students. Ms. Wright's performance evaluations reflect that she always acted with the utmost propriety and professionalism, even when faced with difficult decisions and arduous conflict within the University. For more than a year, Ms. Wright has had to endure constant public scrutiny and embarrassment. Although the individuals who made these false allegations temporarily succeeded in an effort to tarnish Ms. Wright's impeccable reputation and work ethic, the University's Report conclusively finds that these allegations are completely unsubstantiated. Ms. Wright is grateful for the extraordinary she has received from family, friends, colleagues at the University of Tennessee, and of the Knoxville community. From her time as Director of the Office of Student Judicial Affairs at the University of Tennessee, Ms. Wright is acutely aware of the emotional and personal impact scurrilous accusations have on the reputation of young women. Ms. Wright will continue to advocate on their behalf, whenever possible, so that others will not have to share this experience.

Robert R. Kurtz Stanley & Kurtz, PLLC