Rutgers Center for Minority Serving Institutions cancels conference in response to DEI Orders

The Rutgers University Center for Minority Serving Institutions announced Thursday, Jan 23, that it has canceled an upcoming virtual conference about registered apprenticeship programs as a result of the President’s executive orders targeting diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, reports Inside Higher Ed.

Rutgers Center for Minority Serving Institutions affected by DEI executive orders

“We were very excited to bring the HBCUs and Registered Apprenticeship Mini-Conference to you next week,” said in the email sent to registered attendees.

“Unfortunately, due to President Trump’s Executive Orders … we have been asked to cease all work under the auspices of the Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility HUB at Jobs for the Future, which the U.S. Department of Labor funds.”

About Jobs for the Future

Jobs for the Future is a non-profit organization focused on helping college and workforce leaders create equitable economic outcomes for students. They run a national innovation hub focused on improving access to registered apprenticeships for women, people of color and other underrepresented groups.

Cancellations anticipated in response to executive DEI orders

More cancellations are anticipated in the weeks and months to come as the presidents administration continues to issue executive orders.