Ex-Cal State San Marcos dean under criminal investigation
May 9, 2021
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SAN MARCOS, Calif. (AP) — A former dean at Cal State San Marcos who racked up tens of thousands of dollars in improper travel billings is now under criminal investigation by the San Diego County District Attorney’s Office, according to a newspaper report.
Michael Schroder resigned as dean of extended studies after the San Diego Union-Tribune disclosed his lavish spending in 2019.
The newspaper reported Sunday that prosecutors are investigating Schroder and that the the university is seeking restitution from him for expenses that did not meet school standards.
Schroder could not be reached for comment and previously has declined interview requests.