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education2 years ago

UW System Nears Deal on Pay Raises, DEI, and Engineering Building

Wisconsin Assembly Democrats have expressed opposition to a potential deal between top Republicans and the UW System that would freeze diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) positions in exchange for pay raises and building project approvals. The deal reportedly includes a three-year hiring freeze for DEI positions, realignment of existing positions, and funding for workforce development programs and systemwide building projects. Democrats argue that this would be a blatant attack on universities and students, particularly those from marginalized communities. The deal also includes provisions such as a new "chair of political conservative thought" position and guaranteed admissions for high-performing high school students. The UW System spokesperson has stated that no deal is imminent, and broader considerations are at play.

via Daily Cardinal|
#building-projects#diversity#education
legal-affairs2 years ago

Iowa Joins Multistate Effort to Challenge DEI Hiring Practices

Five Republican attorneys general, including Brenna Bird of Iowa, have sent a letter to the 100 largest law firms in the United States, warning them to end race-based hiring practices or face accountability. The attorneys general argue that a recent Supreme Court decision striking down affirmative action admissions policies extends to private employers. They raise concerns about diversity programs at law firms that require diverse candidates for leadership roles, set goals for underrepresented groups, or sponsor fellowship programs based on race. The attorneys general also criticize diversity training that assigns blame or bias to members of a race. DEI programs have faced backlash from Republican leaders and lawmakers, with several red states banning DEI offices from publicly funded universities.

via Des Moines Register|
#attorneys-general#diversity#equity-and-inclusion-dei