Georgia Tech is ending programs and eliminating websites that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), a spokesperson confirmed to FOX 5.
The decision has drawn criticism from the Georgia NAACP, which is calling for a meeting with school officials.
DEI removal: Georgia Tech community responds
What they’re saying:
“It’s just disappointing. Especially because I was someone who definitely benefited from it,” said one Georgia Tech student of Hispanic heritage, who didn’t wish to be identified by name. “People should be qualified, but it also helps, coming from a more difficult background, to have a little leg up. Especially, getting into colleges like Georgia Tech.”
Georgia NAACP President Gerald Griggs expressed deep concern over the changes.
“We received notice from our local unit there on the college, and definitely wanted to have some questions answered,” Griggs said.
Georgia Tech removes DEI terms, programs
What we know:
Georgia Tech has confirmed it is in the process of eliminating its DEI programs, which has been an effort that …