US EditionEmory Univeristy Closing DEI Offices, Stopping Programs
Emory University ends DEI programs to comply with federal mandates from the Trump administration, affecting faculty with support during transition, interim President Sears said.
- Emory University announced on September 3, 2025, that it will discontinue its Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion offices and programs at its Atlanta campus.
- This decision follows federal laws and mandates, including executive orders issued by the Trump administration, requiring higher education institutions to alter or close DEI offices.
- Leah Ward Sears, an Emory alumna and the university’s Interim President since September 1, who previously served as the chief justice of Georgia’s highest court, affirmed that the institution will provide support to employees affected by the transition.
- Sears stated that while the university plans to shut down certain offices and revise existing programs, this does not diminish Emory's steadfast dedication to promoting fairness, inclusion, and equal opportunities for everyone, emphasizing that the institution remains committed to providing all individuals with a fair chance to contribute and thrive.
- The closure reflects Emory’s effort to comply with legal standards while maintaining its core values amid ongoing scrutiny of race-based educational programs nationwide.
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