Navigating the Post-DEI Landscape: Supporting the Community While Ensuring State and Federal Compliance

Government and regulatory partner Cindy Irani joined a panel at the National Association of College and University Attorneys’ Annual Conference to discuss the rapidly evolving legal landscape related to diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives in higher education.

The panelists examined how recent shifts in interpretation and enforcement of federal and state law may affect core institutional functions, including recruitment, admissions, foundations, scholarships, student affairs, academic support, pipeline programs, employment practices, and procurement.