MIT Ends Requirement for Diversity Statements in Faculty Hiring

The decision, led by President Sally Kornbluth, aims to foster inclusivity without mandating ideological conformity.

MIT President Sally Kornbluth cites freedom of expression concerns in eliminating diversity statement requirements.
The move reflects broader debates on academic freedom and the role of diversity in faculty hiring.
Critics argue that such mandates function as ideological litmus tests, potentially stifling open inquiry.
Supporters of the requirement believe it helped address diversity and inclusivity goals in academia.
The change comes amid ongoing scrutiny of MIT's handling of antisemitism and other campus issues.