A professor who studies diversity initiatives in higher education said she believes work...
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The memo from A&M's chancellor echoes actions from universities across the nation that show the work will likely continue, only without the DEI label, according to one professor who studies diversity initiatives in higher education. In an exclusive interview with Hearst Newspapers, Abbott said he believes that the diversity, equity and inclusion programs proliferating on college campuses have drifted from their intent and have also become part of a larger effort to “purge conservative thought.”requirements for job or admissions candidates to submit statements surrounding their promise to support or advance diversity, equity and inclusion.
Abbott said he also supports diversity on college campuses, even if he doesn't support DEI. The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board's plans to increase the number of Texas adults with higher education degrees or credentials also come with a charge to reach their goal equitably.
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