The head of one of the most powerful civil rights organizations is urging African American student-athletes to think twice before attending public colleges and universities in Florida.

Earlier this month, the University of Florida closed its Office of the Chief Diversity Officer, eliminating 13 full-time DEI positions and 15 administrative appointments. This came after Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a bill called the Stop Woke Act last year, which prohibits the use of state funds for any DEI programs.

  • gedaliyah@lemmy.worldOPMEnglish
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    8 months ago

    Believe it or not, not everything is about money. Minority students really do spend time thinking about personal safety when weighing college options.