University of Florida Eliminates Chief Diversity Officer Position

SOURCE npr.org
The University of Florida is eliminating its chief diversity officer position and DEI program due to a law pushed by Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis, redirecting $5 million to a faculty recruitment fund.

Key Points

  • Elimination of DEI program due to law signed by Gov. Ron DeSantis
  • Funds redirected to faculty recruitment
  • Cultural clash on the importance of DEI programs

Pros

  • Alignment with legislation aimed at ending 'woke' policies
  • Funding redirected to faculty recruitment

Cons

  • Loss of DEI program and staff jobs
  • Criticism from Democrats for being out-of-touch