Around $17 million in National Science Foundation grants is flagged for DEI in a Senate database as the Trump administration cracks down on DEI.
The article from the Stamford Advocate discusses how former President Donald Trump's administration has influenced funding for diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs in Connecticut colleges. It highlights that under Trump's policies, there has been a noticeable shift in federal funding priorities, with less emphasis on DEI initiatives. This shift has led to concerns among educators and administrators in Connecticut about the sustainability of programs aimed at supporting underrepresented students. The article mentions that while some federal grants for science and technology remain robust, the funding for social sciences and humanities, which often include DEI components, has been cut or redirected. This has prompted colleges to seek alternative funding sources or to scale back on certain programs. Additionally, the piece touches on the broader political debate surrounding DEI, with critics arguing that these programs promote division rather than unity, while supporters see them as essential for addressing systemic inequalities.
Science & Technology
Mon, March 3, 2025
