The University of California has decided to stop requiring diversity statements from job applicants, marking a significant shift for the nation’s largest higher education system. This move has drawn mixed reactions; while some advocate its potential to foster inclusiveness, others believe it may hinder the university’s commitment to diversity. Janet Reilly, chair of the Board of Regents, emphasized that their core values remain unchanged. This decision comes amid increased scrutiny and actions from the Trump administration concerning diversity programs and institutions failing to address issues like antisemitism, intensifying the debate on how diversity is framed in academia.
The University of California announced it will stop requiring diversity statements in hiring, a change that reflects tensions over diversity messaging amid political pressures from the Trump administration.
Janet Reilly, chair of the system's board stated, 'Our values and commitment to our mission have not changed. We will continue to embrace and celebrate Californians from various backgrounds.'
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