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John Scamehorn denies 'any wrongdoing' in statement to KFOR as sexual harassment allegations continue to surface

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John Scamehorn

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John Scamehorn, in a statement given to KFOR June 5, has denied any wrongdoing amid allegations of sexual harassment and inappropriate behavior.

Though The Daily has attempted to reach Scamehorn, leaving two messages on his home phone number June 4 and a third on June 6, he has yet to respond. Scamehorn did, however, issue a brief statement to KFOR on June 5: 

"I am aware of the rumors and allegations made against me online and in local media reports. In the strongest terms possible, I deny any wrongdoing." 

At least four former OU arts students have accused Scamehorn, an OU professor emeritus, of sexual harassment and other inappropriate behavior. Scamehorn was scheduled to speak June 6 in the Oklahoma Memorial Union but withdrew from participation. 

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