Vladimir Mihić's complaint forwarded to University of Novi Sad; Senate to decide within 30 days

The University of Novi Sad is set to review a complaint filed by associate professor Vladimir Mihić concerning his non-reappointment to his position at the Faculty of Philosophy. The faculty's dean, Milivoj Alanović, confirmed that the complaint has been forwarded to the University, initiating a 30-day legal deadline for the University Senate to make a decision.

Alanović explained that the University Senate, in an expanded session, will consider Mihić's appeal. A six-member commission of faculty members will be appointed to review the case before the expanded Senate convenes, likely in July. The Faculty of Philosophy intends to uphold its previous decision, arguing that the voting process may have been irregular.

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The Senate of the University of Novi Sad, in an expanded session, must decide on the submitted complaint within 30 days.

Mihić's non-reappointment followed a secret ballot by the University Senate, a process he and the faculty dean have questioned. Alanović noted that the University Statute and relevant regulations stipulate public voting, not secret ballots, for such decisions. This procedural discrepancy is a key point in Mihić's appeal.

If the expanded Senate does not overturn the decision, Mihić stated his intention to pursue legal action, with the Administrative Court as the next instance. He also mentioned that his lawyer had previously filed a complaint with the Provincial Secretariat, requesting an inspection and annulment of the decision, but received no response. The case highlights potential procedural irregularities in academic appointments within the university system.

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The University does its part; if that procedure is not regular, I will continue the fight through legal channels.