The University of Michigan has announced a significant reduction of its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs, including closing two key offices and halting the DEI 2.0 Strategic Plan. This decision is driven by federal anti-DEI directives, namely executive orders and a recent letter deeming race-based higher education programs illegal. Despite previously investing around $240 million in DEI initiatives, the university will redirect funds toward student assistance programs, aiming to enhance financial aid and resources for success, responding to critiques of DEI effectiveness.
The University of Michigan, traditionally a supporter of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, will eliminate its DEI offices and strategic plans due to federal mandates.
In recent years, the university has invested nearly $240 million in DEI programs but acknowledges critiques about their effectiveness despite substantial funding.
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