The University of Colorado plans to bill controversial former professor Ward Churchill for the costs of defending his wrongful termination lawsuit.

The university hasn't come up with a figure but expects the bill will come to more than $10,000. The money will cover deposition transcripts, out-of-state travel, witness fees and other expenses, an attorney said.

Churchill, whose Indian ancestry has been repeatedly questioned, sued the university after he was fired for academic misconduct. A jury said he was fired for political reasons but those findings were overturned by a judge who also ordered Churchill to pay costs in the case.

Churchill is expected to appeal.

Get the Story:
CU will bill Churchill thousands (The Denver Post 7/9)

Court Decision:
Churchill v. University of Colorado (July 7, 2009)

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