DEI, RIP: University of North Florida Closes Divisive Department
The University of North Florida closed its diversity, equity, and inclusion office per state law, reassigning staff instead of firing them.
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The University of North Florida closed its diversity, equity, and inclusion office per state law, reassigning staff instead of firing them.
The University of North Florida shut down its Office of Diversity and Inclusion on Wednesday in compliance with a state regulation as the spring semester ends.
Last year, Governor Ron DeSantis signed a law banning the Florida College System schools from maintaining DEI programs like LGBTQ+ centers.
Beneath the crisp silver and gray University of North Florida seal, hundreds of graduates will receive their diplomas on Friday. They’ll look out at cheering family and friends, capping off years of accomplishments. But for one student, the day will be different.
Trace amounts of asbestos — fibers linked to breathing issues and some major health problems — were found and removed during construction on part of the University of North Florida’s Building 10 last week.