WisEye Morning Minute: UW Board of Regents Appointments on DEI

As reported by WisPolitics.com, the Senate Committee on Universities and Revenue held a confirmation hearing on 11 of Gov. Tony Evers` nominees. Committee members touched on key issues such as enrollment, diversity, equity and inclusion efforts, and free speech on campuses. During the hearing, Committee Chair Sen. Rob Hutton (R-Brookfield) questioned the role of DEI initiatives, suggesting they haven`t led to more diverse student bodies. Assembly Speaker Robin Vos has said he won`t give the System another nickel until DEI positions are eliminated. Congressional District 4 Representative appointee Dr. Joan Prince, former vice chancellor of global inclusion and engagement at UW-Milwaukee, said DEI efforts on campus began because students asked for them. She also noted that graduation numbers are moving in a positive direction but the number of students enrolling in higher education is down nationally...

Watch the full program: https://wiseye.org/2023/09/26/senate-committee-on-universities-and-revenue-6...