University of North Texas disbands diversity committees due to Texas Senate Bill 17 compliance.

The University of North Texas (UNT) has disbanded faculty senate committees and employee resource groups focused on women, people of color, and LGBTQ+ individuals due to compliance with Texas Senate Bill 17, which prohibits diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. Provost Michael McPherson asserted that this action does not alter the university's commitment to its mission, despite the law's implications for inclusivity efforts.

September 10, 2024
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