University of Florida's Elimination of DEI Programs

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
University of Florida fires all employees in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion positions following Florida Board of Governors' regulation 9.016. Governor Ron DeSantis praises the move as a step towards eliminating DEI programs from public universities.

Key Points

  • University of Florida closed Office of the Chief Diversity Officer and halted DEI-focused contracts.
  • Florida Governor Ron DeSantis supports the elimination of DEI programs.
  • The move has sparked debate between proponents and opponents of DEI on campus.

Pros

  • Compliance with Florida Board of Governors' regulation 9.016 on prohibited expenditures.
  • Redirecting funds towards faculty recruitment.

Cons

  • Dismissal of 13 full-time DEI positions and elimination of 15 administrative appointments.
  • Controversy over the move being seen as a form of discrimination by some.