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Virginia colleges dismantle DEI programs after federal funding threat


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Published in Politics and Government on Tuesday, March 25th 2025 at 6:41 GMT by Axios   Print publication without navigation

  • Virginia universities and colleges are buckling under the threat of losing federal funding if they don't eliminate their diversity, equity and inclusion programs and policies. Why it matters: As conservatives celebrate the end of DEI,

The article from MSN discusses how several colleges in Virginia are dismantling their Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs following a warning from the U.S. Department of Education. The Department has threatened to withhold federal funding from institutions that do not comply with new guidelines which prohibit the use of DEI initiatives that could be seen as discriminatory. This move has sparked a debate about the balance between promoting diversity and adhering to federal non-discrimination policies. Critics argue that these changes could undo years of progress in creating inclusive environments on campuses, while supporters believe it ensures equal treatment under the law. The colleges affected are now reevaluating their policies, staff positions, and training programs to align with the new federal directives, leading to significant changes in how they approach diversity and inclusion.

Read the Full Axios Article at:
[ https://www.msn.com/en-us/politics/government/virginia-colleges-dismantle-dei-programs-after-federal-funding-threat/ar-AA1BBLg7 ]

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