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The Anti-DEI Backlash: Crisis Facing Chief Diversity Officers in Higher Education

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Several months ago, a fellow CDO confided in me about his abrupt reassignment from a leadership role to a non-administrator position with little connection to DEI work. One colleague confided in me about being called a "diversity hire" in anonymous emails and social media posts, highlighting the personal nature of these attacks.

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Colleges deploy new strategies to revive English programs

Confessions of a Community College Dean

Some point out that while the number of English majors may be down at some institutions, that’s partly because tracks that traditionally fell under English—such as media studies or film—have been split off into different programs, but they continue to attract students. “After COVID, this has been the central concern.”

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MEDIA ADVISORY UPDATE: 'Hands Off!' March at San Diego Civic Center, April 5 Noon - Protesters to March Demanding Protection of Rights and Services

Higher Education Inquirer

march on April 5 to protest DOGE and the Trump administrations attack on programs and services used by San Diego residents. The local march will coincide with a nationwide day of demonstrations expected to be attended by hundreds of thousands Organizers describe the event as a collective response to policies impacting our community.

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