NEW : Ohio State University affiliate says E. Gordon Gee was told in July 1 to be careful with his remarks . Gee says he has planted seeds that should grow . His thoughtful and unique leadership style has taken the University to new levels , '' said Robert H. Schottenstein . He made controversial remarks about other schools , Catholics . His retirement takes effect July 1 , the school says .
NEW : Ohio State University affiliate says E. Gordon Gee was told in July 1 to be careful with his remarks . 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 .