The deal was voted down in an emergency meeting with a 9-8 vote.
The decision has been met with criticism from Republican leaders and support from Democratic leaders.
The University of Wisconsin regents rejected a deal with Republicans that would have provided pay raises and funding for a new engineering building in exchange for reducing diversity staff positions.
The University of Wisconsin regents have rejected a deal with Republicans that would have provided pay raises for employees and funding for a new engineering building in exchange for reducing staff positions focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion. The deal was voted down during an emergency meeting, with the regents voting 9-8 against the proposal. The decision has been met with criticism from Republican leaders, while Democratic leaders have shown support for the regents' decision.
The deal, which was brokered by Republican Assembly Speaker Robin Vos, was seen as a trade-off between Republican priorities for funding and infrastructure improvements and the university's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. The rejection of the deal has led to disappointment from the president of the Universities of Wisconsin, who expressed concern over the potential impact on the university's staff and students.
The decision to reject the deal came after concerns were raised about setting a precedent and potentially harming students. The vote was divided, which is unusual for the regents. It is unclear what will happen next following the rejection of the deal.
The months-long power struggle between lawmakers and the UW system began with criticism of DEI staffing and programming. During the meeting, regents shared personal stories and urged each other to vote their consciences. Some argued that DEI practices have not changed students' perception of inclusion and belonging, while others emphasized the negative impact of delayed pay raises on staff morale.
The rejection came after concerns about setting a precedent and harming students.
The vote was divided, which is unusual for the regents.
It is unclear what will happen next.
The article includes statements from UW system President Jay Rothman and UW-Madison Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin expressing disappointment but respect for the decision.
The deal between Rothman and Republican leaders would have traded Republican priorities for funding and infrastructure improvements.
The months-long power struggle between lawmakers and the UW system began with criticism of DEI staffing and programming.
Regents shared personal stories and urged each other to vote their consciences.
Some argued that DEI practices have not changed students' perception of inclusion and belonging, while others emphasized the negative impact of delayed pay raises on staff morale.
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The article includes statements from UW system President Jay Rothman and UW-Madison Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin expressing disappointment but respect for the decision.
