Here's How Conservatives Conquered DEI At Kansas Public Universities

This post is probably the very best teachable moment for life-long learners throughout the heartland discourse . . .

MONEY ALWAYS GETS THE LAST WORD!!!

This week's proof of this truism . . .

The Kansas Board of Regents revised policy language that currently emphasizes “multiculturism and diversity” on campus by adding language barring universities from requiring statements “pledging allegiance to, support for or opposition to” diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives in applications for admission, hiring or promotion — without setting any penalties for violations. Board members voiced no opposition during a meeting livestreamed from Fort Hays State University in western Kansas.

Regents Chairman Jon Rolph called the change “our good faith effort in trying to listen to the Legislature” and said discussions about it began last summer.

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Kansas' higher ed board adopts an anti-DEI policy after pressure from GOP legislators

The board overseeing higher education in Kansas has banned state universities from requiring prospective students, potential hires and staffers seeking promotion to disclose their views on diversity initiatives.

Kansas lawmakers dangle $36 million for public universities to secure anti-DEI commitments * Kansas Reflector

If Gov. Laura Kelly vetoed an anti-DEI bill, six public universities in Kansas would lose $36 million the Legislature tied to implementation of a DEI law.

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