The NAACP has issued a letter to NCAA President Charlie Baker advising Black student-athletes to reconsider attending public colleges and universities in Florida. This recommendation comes in response to the recent elimination of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs at institutions such as the University of Florida and other state schools.
Last year, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed a bill that prohibited the use of state funds for DEI programs. In response, the University of Florida closed its Office of the Chief Diversity Officer, cut 13 full-time DEI positions, and terminated DEI-focused contracts with external vendors. Similar actions were taken by other state schools like North Florida and Florida International.
