Mary Hahn Is an Associate Dean in the College of Engineering

Mary Hahn is an associate dean in the College of Engineering at a major state university. With the resignation of the dean, Mary is perceived as a logical choice for interim dean while a search for a permanent replacement is made. The university president tells Hahn that in spite of her experience and qualifications, he will not appoint her as interim dean. He states that the business community supporters would not be ready to work with a woman in that position and their financial support is critical to the college and the university. The president's actions:

A) do not violate Title VII because Mary is in a professional position.
B) do not violate Title VII because those outside the university are responsible for the decision.
C) violate Title VII.
D) None of the above