UNC Chapel Hill Redirects $2.3 Million from DEI to Campus Safety

Board of Trustees reallocates diversity funding to bolster police efforts following recent protests and safety concerns.

The $2.3 million reallocation will take effect on July 1, impacting the university's Diversity and Inclusion Office.
Trustees cited the need for increased campus security after recent pro-Palestinian protests and a fatal shooting incident.
The decision aligns with actions taken by other universities and follows legislative trends in several states.
Critics argue the move undermines support for marginalized communities and could lead to job losses.
The UNC Board of Governors will vote next week on a broader policy change affecting diversity programs across the state.