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New School Mental Health Funding: A Shift in Focus

December 12, 2025

The U. S. Department of Education recently declared a significant change in their funding strategy. They have allocated over $208 million to bolster mental health services in schools. This move comes with a notable shift away from diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs that were previously

opinion

Pharrell's Bold Take on Skills Over Skin Color

December 5, 2025

Pharrell Williams stirred up a storm with his recent comments on politics and diversity. He stood by his views, even though they weren't popular. He believes that support for businesses should be based on merit, not skin color. Pharrell questioned if people want jobs because they are the best or bec

opinion

Is DEI the Problem or the Solution?

December 1, 2025

DEI programs are facing a lot of criticism these days. Some people think they are unfair and hurt meritocracy. But let's think about this. First, DEI programs were never about giving unfair advantages. They were made to fight discrimination and favoritism. These things go against the idea of merito

education

Why College Approval Matters

November 24, 2025

College approval, or accreditation, is a big deal. It’s like a stamp of approval that says a college meets certain standards. Without it, students can’t get federal aid like grants or loans. Recently, things have changed. Six Southern states decided to create their own approval group. This move has

business

The Unseen Side of SHRM: A Look Inside

November 23, 2025

SHRM, the world's biggest HR group, has been under the spotlight for some odd reasons. Recently, a Marilyn Monroe impersonator sang "Happy Birthday" to an executive, which left some staff feeling uneasy. This happened right after a moment of silence for the 9/11 anniversary. Two former employees fou

education

States Fight Back Against Education Grant Cuts

November 14, 2025

A recent court decision has given eight Democratic-led states a green light to challenge a policy that led to the cancellation of millions in teacher-training grants. This comes despite a Supreme Court ruling that initially seemed to favor the Trump administration's move. The Trump administration h

education

Universities Play Hide and Seek with DEI

November 11, 2025

Universities are getting creative to keep their diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs running despite federal pushback. Some schools are openly defiant, while others are sneaky, renaming their DEI offices to avoid scrutiny. A few are genuinely trying to comply with new rules. One activist

business

A Legal Battle Over Age and Race at Paramount

November 7, 2025

A former top executive at Paramount has taken the company to court. He says he was fired because of his age and race. Joseph Jerome, 58, worked at Paramount for many years. He believes the company's diversity policies led to his dismissal in 2024. Jerome claims he and two other white lawyers were l

business

Making Workplaces Fair: Upcoming Books on Inclusion and DEI

November 4, 2025

In 2025, many leaders and HR professionals faced tough challenges. They had to navigate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the workplace. Even with pushback, employees still support these initiatives. Looking ahead, four new books in 2026 will offer guidance on workplace inclusion. One book,

sports

Coach Prime Takes Full Blame After Colorado's Big Losses

November 2, 2025

Deion Sanders, the head coach of Colorado, is taking all the heat after his team lost two games in a row by a lot. On Saturday, they lost 52-17 to Arizona. The week before, they lost 53-7 to Utah. Now, their record is 3-6. After the game, Sanders didn't let any players or assistant coaches talk to