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Federal Court Blocks Education Department's Diversity Directive, Marking Victory for Academic Freedom Advocates

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A federal judge in New Hampshire delivered a significant legal victory Thursday for proponents of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs in education by granting a preliminary injunction against the U.S. The Department of Education has not issued a public response to the court's decision.

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Utah Higher Ed Seeks Compliance with New Law Prohibiting DEI

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Utah higher education leaders are considering steps toward compliance with a new law, HB 261 , that prohibits an institution of higher education, public education system, and governmental employer from engaging in discriminatory practices. Katy Hall Such prohibited practices include diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.

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Study Reveals How Model Minority Myth Influences School Choices

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The study argues that these preferences reflect the enduring impact of the model minority myththe stereotype that portrays Asian Americans as universally successful due to inherent cultural values emphasizing education, hard work, and compliance with authority. Experts say that the study, funded by the William T.

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University of Alabama System Institutions Shutter DEI Offices

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The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) has announced steps it will take to comply with Senate Bill 129 affecting diversity, equity and inclusion programming on University of Alabama System campuses. UAB has shuttered its Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion among other changes to ensure compliance.

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North Carolina Board Repeals DEI Policy for its Constituent Institutions

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That is according to the May 23 vote by the Board of Governors for the University of North Carolina System to repeal and replace its existing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policy , likely effecting diversity programs at the system’s 17 institutions. Two of the 24 board members voted against the repeal. 1, and annually thereafter.

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The Erosion of DEI in Higher Education: A Threat to Progress and National Strength

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As a first-generation college student, a Black woman, and the child of immigrants, I have witnessed firsthand the transformative power of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs in higher education. These initiatives opened doors for me and countless others, providing opportunities that seemed out of reach for many in my community.

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CUNY’s Black Male Initiative Marks 20 Years of Success Amid National DEI Pushbacks

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She and fellow BMI program leader and dean for diversity and compliance at Hunter, John Rose, have focused on giving Hunters young men of color as much agency as they can, engaging them through empowerment. What could we do to help turn that around? And in my mind, part of the solution was to have them help turn it around, not us.

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