NEW : CNN affiliate says Gee was told in advance to be careful with his remarks . E. Gordon Gee says he has planted seeds that will grow . He made controversial remarks about other schools , Catholics . His retirement takes effect July 1 , the following year .
NEW : CNN affiliate says Gee was told in March to be careful with his remarks . E. Gordon Gee says he has planted seeds that should grow . He made controversial remarks about other schools , Catholics . His retirement takes effect July 1 , the school says .