From name changes to program cuts: How Trump’s DEI crackdown is forcing major changes on US campuses

Trump's DEI crackdown is forcing US colleges to reassess diversity programs. From name changes at institutions like Northeastern University to program cancellations at Rutgers, schools are adapting to new restrictions that threaten federal funding. As colleges strive to maintain their commitment to diversity amid growing political pressure, the future of DEI initiatives in higher education remains uncertain, with institutions balancing compliance and their core values.