STATEMENT RELEASE
SCHICKEL APPLAUDS THE ROLLBACK OF
DEI AT UK, URGES NKU TO DO THE SAME
FRANKFORT, KY (August 22, 2024) — The following is a statement from Sen. John Schickel, R-Union, regarding the University of Kentucky’s decision to dismantle its DEI office and programs.
“Thank you Dr. Eli Capilouto and the University of Kentucky for your wise leadership in rolling back unconstitutional and divisive programs that have undermined our public institutions and eroded public trust.
“So-called ‘diversity, equity and inclusion’ initiatives, while well-intentioned, have ironically deepened divisions on our campuses, categorizing students by skin color and socioeconomic status instead of valuing the content of their character and intellectual contributions. This focus on division has shaped student worldviews and contributed to today’s hyperpolarization.
“As a proud NKU graduate and the senior state Senator from Northern Kentucky representing the good people of Boone County, I encourage President Cady Short-Thompson of Northern Kentucky University to follow Dr. Capilouto’s leadership and roll back any existing programs.”
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Sen. John Schickel, R-Union, represents the 11th Senate District in northern and central Boone County. He is co-chair of the Interim Joint Committee on Licensing, Occupations, and Administrative Regulations. Additionally, he serves as a member of the Interim Joint Committees on Judiciary, Banking and Insurance, and Natural Resources and Energy. Finally, Schickel is a Budget Review Subcommittee on Justice and Judiciary liaison member.
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